Embassy of the United Kingdom, Kiev

The British Embassy Kyiv (Ukrainian: Посольство Великої Британії в Києві) (also known as Kiev), is the British sovereign's diplomatic mission to Ukraine, representing the United Kingdom and the United Kingdom's interests. The embassy is located on Desyatynna street in the Pecherskyi District of the city, right opposite to the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. The British Ambassador to Ukraine is Judith Gough who was appointed in 2015.[1]

The British Embassy Kyiv
(also known as Kiev)
The British Embassy building in Kiev
Location Kiev, Ukraine
Address9 Desyatynna Street,
Kiev 01901,
Ukraine
AmbassadorJudith Gough
WebsiteOfficial website

History

The United Kingdom recognised the independence of Ukraine on 31 December 1991. Diplomatic relations were established on 10 January 1992. The United Kingdom opened a consulate-general in Kiev in November 1991. This became an embassy in January 1992.

See also

References

  1. "British Embassy Kiev". FCO.gov.uk. Retrieved 14 March 2015.

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