The Russian Federation said it would establish a consulate general in Phuket. The move, according to Russia’s foreign affairs ministry, was to meet the needs of the growing Russian expat community in Phuket and the increasing number of Russian visitors to the island.
A correspondent decree has already been signed by Russian Prime Minister Dmitriy Medvedev. The location and opening date are yet to be disclosed.
In early 2018, Russia inaugurated an Honorary Consulate on Samui Island, Surat Thani province.