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Thursday, April 19, 2007 Ambassador designate of the Russian
Federation to Saint Lucia His Excellency Victor Zotin presented his credentials
to the Governor General Her Excellency Dame Pearlette Louisy.
Ambassador Zotin, who is based in Jamaica will also be accredited in the
Commonwealth of Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda and the Federation of Saint Kitts
and Nevis.
During his visit to Government House, the Russian Ambassador expressed his
country's desire to pursue closer co-operation between Russia and Saint Lucia.
The two governments - the government of the Russian Federation and the
government of Saint Lucia - established formal diplomatic relations three years
ago. This decision opened an opportunity to develop mutually advantageous
co-operation between our two states. I hope and I am confident that by mutual
efforts we shall find an opportunity to build and develop strong relationships
between our two states, Mr Zotin said.
Governor General, Her Excellency Dame Pearlette Louisy formally welcomed the
Ambassador to his latest posting.
I am particularly pleased to welcome you as your country's first Ambassador and
to take this opportunity to wish you a fruitful and rewarding tour of duty among
us. Your accreditation to us and your presence in the region will facilitate
greater discourse between our two countries and set the stage for expanding
closer collaboration to our mutual benefit, she said.
Ambassador Victor Zotin also met Prime Minister Sir John Compton at his official
residence on Wednesday, as well as other diplomats posted here. Ambassador Zotin
is also scheduled to meet the Minister responsible for External Affairs,
International Financial Services, Information and Broadcasting the Honourable
Rufus Bousquet and leader of the opposition Dr. Kenny Anthony on Friday, before
returning to Jamaica on Sunday.
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