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The Consular Corps of Northern Ireland was pleased to participate in the celebrations marking the 77th Republic Day of India in Belfast, organised by the Consulate General of India. On behalf of the Consular Corps, we extend our sincere appreciation to the Acting Consul General of India, Mr VVS Rama Krishna, for hosting an elegant […]

HILLSBOROUGH – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland held a significant meeting with the Stormont Executive Office at the historic Hillsborough Castle, marking another milestone in diplomatic relations within the region. The President of the Consular Corps for Northern Ireland delivered a presentation to attendees in what was described as an “auspicious setting” at the […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland was represented at the Romanian National Day celebration held at Queen’s University Belfast’s Whitla Hall. The event, organised by the Belfast Intercultural Romanian Community, showcased traditional Romanian culture through music, dance, and cuisine, while bringing together members of the diplomatic community and local organisations. The celebration placed […]

NEWTOWNARDS – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland was represented at grANDfest, a family-friendly cultural festival held at the Queen’s Hall in Newtownards. The free event celebrated local and global culture through food, music, arts, and dance, attracting a significantly larger attendance than previous years. The increased turnout reflects growing interest in cultural exchange and […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland attended the Diwali celebration held at Belfast City Hall, joining members of the community in marking the festival of lights. The event, organised by Sanjay Ghosh, featured traditional Indian performances, cultural displays, and decorations that reflected the spirit of Diwali. The celebration brought together attendees from diverse […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland held a diplomatic gathering at The Academy restaurant, bringing together representatives from six nations for an evening of cultural exchange and collaboration. Consular officials from China, Cyprus, East Timor, Hungary, Italy, and New Zealand attended the event, which provided an opportunity for meaningful dialogue about their respective […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps for Northern Ireland served as a main partner in the Big Sanctuary Information Fair, held at Queen’s University Belfast’s Whitla Hall during Refugee Week The Consular Corps joined forces with Queen’s University Belfast, Advice NI, and the NI Housing Executive to support an afternoon dedicated to providing practical advice, connection, […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps of Northern Ireland has elected new leadership for the next two years during its Annual General Meeting held on Monday, 9 June The newly elected leadership team comprises President Nicholas Lestas, Vice-President Caroline Keenan, Secretary Giorgio Zarrelli, and Treasurer Kristian Kubasch. The board will guide the association’s full-time and honorary […]

BELFAST – The Consular Corps of Northern Ireland held a productive meeting with Indian diplomatic representatives, welcoming V.V.S. Rama Krishna, Acting Consul General of India in Belfast, and Consul Ms Purnima Ramakrishna. The meeting was attended by Nicholas Lestas, Honorary Consul of Cyprus and Vice-President of the Consular Corps NI, and Giorgio Zarrelli, Consular Agent […]