Ukraine's new ambassador to France takes office
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Ukraine's Ambassador to France Vadym Omelchenko has officially started performing his diplomatic functions, Ukraine's Embassy in France has reported on Facebook.
On Thursday, September 3, Omelchenko presented his credentials to Director of the State Protocol Department of the French Foreign Ministry Philippe Franc.
Franc said that the French side was ready to provide comprehensive assistance to bilateral initiatives to intensify relations between Ukraine and France.
According to international diplomatic practice, after receiving copies of credentials, an accredited representative of a foreign state can officially perform his functions in the host country.
On June 11, 2020, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a decree appointing Omelchenko as Ukraine's ambassador to France.
Photo credit: Ukraine's Embassy in France
