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EVERY EMPLOYEE of the Russian Foreign Ministry - former, current or future - was, is or will be (in one way or another) involved in consular work, which is an integral part of the diplomatic service. On May 15, 2019, we mark a significant date in the history of the Russian Foreign Ministry - namely, the 210th anniversary of the consular service. This day more than two centuries ago, Emperor Alexander I approved a proposal by the Russian Foreign Minister, Count N.P. Rumyantsev regarding the establishment of the department of consular affairs. It should be noted that by that time (and even before the Foreign Ministry of the Russian Empire was established), there were already over 20 consular offices abroad. Expanding their network and organizing a specialized subdivision within the ministry was dictated by the pressing need to ensure the observance of the legitimate rights and interests of Russian citizens abroad.
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