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YEREVAN, JUNE 19, ARMENPRESS. Russia wants to open a consulate in Kapan, Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan has said.

“The issue of opening a consulate-general in specifically Kapan is being discussed,” Kostanyan said.

When asked why Russia has chosen specifically Kapan, Kostanyan referred the reporters to the Russian embassy.

“The procedures will be fully maintained. We welcome the interest and desire by our international partners on having a diplomatic representation in Syunik, with the purpose of getting to know the situation on the ground better,” Kostanyan said.

Earlier Iran also opened a consulate-general in Kapan.