Embassy of the United Kingdom, Kyiv
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 Melinda Simmons who was appointed in 2019.[1]
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| Location |  Kyiv, Ukraine |
| Address | 9 Desyatynna Street, Kyiv 01901, Ukraine |
| Ambassador | Melinda Simmons |
| Website | Official 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 Kyiv in November 1991. This became an embassy in January 1992.
See also
- Ukraine–United Kingdom relations
- List of Ambassadors from the United Kingdom to Ukraine
- List of diplomatic missions in Ukraine
References
- "British Embassy Kyiv". FCO.gov.uk. Retrieved 14 March 2015.
External links
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