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Embassy of Russia, Islamabad

Embassy of Russia, Islamabad

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The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Islamabad is the diplomatic mission of Russia to Pakistan. The post of Russian Ambassador to Pakistan is currently held by Danila Ganich [ru], incumbent since 11 April 2019.[1] There is a consulate general in Karachi, and an honorary consul is based in Lahore.[2]

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The first Russian embassy was established in Karachi on 1 May 1948 with the beginning of diplomatic relations with Pakistan. In August 1960 the capital was moved from Karachi to Islamabad, with the embassy in Karachi becoming a consulate-general, while a new embassy was established in Islamabad.

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  1. "Ambassador H.E. Danila V. Ganich". Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Russia). Retrieved 24 September 2019.

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