On September 22, 2026, during a working visit to the Russian Federation, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia, Oleg Bartsits, met with Igor Chaika, the Head of the Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation (Rossotrudnichestvo).
The meeting was also attended by Madina Avidzba, Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of the Republic of Abkhazia in the Russian Federation, and Renad Beniya, Second Secretary of the Embassy.
Oleg Bartsits noted the wide range of cooperation with Rossotrudnichestvo, highlighting the Agency's active work in the Republic of Abkhazia and the high demand for the initiatives it implements. Particular attention was paid to educational programs and opportunities for young specialists from the Republic of Abkhazia to undertake internships at Rossotrudnichestvo.
Igor Chaika emphasized the high level of established cooperation and the friendly nature of the relations. He emphasized that Rossotrudnichestvo has been operating in the Republic of Abkhazia since 2009. In 2026, 115 citizens of the Republic of Abkhazia enrolled in Russian higher education institutions through the Agency's programs.
During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to facilitate the return of young specialists to the Republic of Abkhazia after completing their studies and to create conditions for their professional advancement in their home country. Promising areas for cooperation in higher education and humanitarian affairs were also examined. Particular attention was paid to the extensive work being undertaken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia to actively position and promote a positive image of the Republic on the international arena.
In this context, the parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation between the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Abkhazia and "Russian Houses" abroad, including through joint cultural and humanitarian events and initiatives aimed at broadening international contacts and showcasing the Republic of Abkhazia to foreign audiences.
The meeting took place in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. It concluded with an exchange of commemorative gifts.
The meeting was also attended by Madina Avidzba, Minister-Counsellor of the Embassy of the Republic of Abkhazia in the Russian Federation, and Renad Beniya, Second Secretary of the Embassy.
Oleg Bartsits noted the wide range of cooperation with Rossotrudnichestvo, highlighting the Agency's active work in the Republic of Abkhazia and the high demand for the initiatives it implements. Particular attention was paid to educational programs and opportunities for young specialists from the Republic of Abkhazia to undertake internships at Rossotrudnichestvo.
Igor Chaika emphasized the high level of established cooperation and the friendly nature of the relations. He emphasized that Rossotrudnichestvo has been operating in the Republic of Abkhazia since 2009. In 2026, 115 citizens of the Republic of Abkhazia enrolled in Russian higher education institutions through the Agency's programs.
During the meeting, the parties discussed ways to facilitate the return of young specialists to the Republic of Abkhazia after completing their studies and to create conditions for their professional advancement in their home country. Promising areas for cooperation in higher education and humanitarian affairs were also examined. Particular attention was paid to the extensive work being undertaken by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia to actively position and promote a positive image of the Republic on the international arena.
In this context, the parties discussed prospects for expanding cooperation between the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Abkhazia and "Russian Houses" abroad, including through joint cultural and humanitarian events and initiatives aimed at broadening international contacts and showcasing the Republic of Abkhazia to foreign audiences.
The meeting took place in a friendly and constructive atmosphere. It concluded with an exchange of commemorative gifts.
