MINSK, 14 December (BelTA) – A ceremony to open an honorary consulate of Belarus in the State of Florida took place in North Port, Florida, the press service of the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs told BelTA.
During the ceremony Honorary Consul of Belarus Michael Morgulis was presented his consular patent. Speaking during the ceremony, Charge d’Affaires of Belarus in the USA Pavel Shidlovsky drew attention to the state and prospects of advancing Belarus-USA relations, including contacts with the State of Florida.
A presentation of an art project by the Belarusian photo artist Irena Gudiyevskaya took place as well as a concert featuring Belarusian music. It was followed by a reception where guests could sample Belarusian cuisine.