Russia seeks Azerbaijan's support for opening consulate general in Khankendi

Russia is counting on Azerbaijan's support in preparing for the opening of the Russian Consulate General in Khankendi, with plans to begin the process soon, according to a report by TASS.

Grigory Karasin, head of the Federation Council's Committee on International Affairs, made this statement during a meeting with a delegation from Azerbaijan's Milli Majlis (parliament), led by Chairman of the Committee on International Relations and Interparliamentary Ties Samad Seyidov.

“Among our bilateral issues, I would mention the future opening of the consulate general in Khankendi. We plan to start preparatory work for this shortly and count on your support,” Karasin said, addressing his Azerbaijani colleagues.

He further noted that the goal is to open the consulate general in 2024, stating, “This will allow us to eliminate disparity in mutual consular presence.”