New Russian consulate opens in Phuket deepening Thailand-Russia ties

Sergey Lavrov, the Foreign Affairs Minister of Russia, unveiled the new Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Phuket at Royal Phuket Marina. The high-profile event, which took place yesterday, marked a significant development in the evolving diplomatic bonds between Thailand and Russia.

Lavrov arrived at Royal Phuket Marina at 4pm where Phuket Vice Governor Amnuay Pinsuwan, flanked by a host of dignitaries from both nations, welcomed him. Thailand’s Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai was part of this delegation, alongside Asi Mamanee, Director-General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Department of European Affairs, and the founder of Royal Phuket Marina, Gulu Lalvani.

Beyond the official opening, the event was also significant as a congregation of influential figures from government bodies and the…