Russian Consulate General in Hong Kong

31/10/2026

📆 On 30 October 2026, Consul General of Russia in Hong Kong Anatoly Kargapolov met with a Russian delegation participating in the Global University Presidents and Leaders Summit. The delegation included Vladislav Kruglov, Vice-President of TISBI University of Management in Kazan and Director General of the Centre for European and Asian Languages, and Anna Ponomareva, the Centre’s Marketing Director.

🎓 Also taking part in the summit was Pablo Emilio Iturralde Baquero, Dean of the Faculty of Transport and Director of the FDR Advanced Engineering School for Technological Leadership at Moscow Polytechnic University. He delivered a presentation on the university’s innovative model of engineering education and its transport and robotics projects in the context of international cooperation.

🧑‍🏫 During their stay in Hong Kong, Vladislav Kruglov and Anna Ponomareva visited a local school, where they gave a lecture on Russia’s historical and cultural heritage.

🤝 The visit helped strengthen ties with Hong Kong’s educational institutions - a particularly important endeavour during the Years of Russian-Chinese Cooperation in Education (2026–2027).

28/10/2026

📆 On 28 October 2026, Consul General of Russia in Hong Kong, Anatoly Kargapolov, took part in a familiarisation visit to the Northern Metropolis, organised by the Office of the Commissioner of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong SAR for heads of foreign consular missions.

🏗️ The diplomats were briefed on the objectives and progress of the development zone along the boundary with Shenzhen, including the creation of innovation and technology clusters, logistics hubs and residential neighbourhoods. The initiative is intended to serve as a key driver of Hong Kong’s integration into the Greater Bay Area. Particular attention was given to plans for three university campuses that will train specialists in artificial intelligence, biomedicine, robotics, microelectronics and smart manufacturing.

🌐 Hong Kong is keen to attract highly skilled professionals and innovative companies, including those from Russia, to establish a presence in these new developments.

🗞️ On the sidelines of the visit, Mr Kargapolov spoke to Chinese media about recent developments in the wide-ranging ties between Russia and Hong Kong. Consul General also expressed hope that mutually beneficial projects would be realised as part of Hong Kong’s ambitious urban and economic development strategy.

28/10/2026

📆 On 26 October 2026, the Consul General of Russia in Hong Kong Anatoly Kargapolov met with Acting Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIDA) Miss Yvonne Ip.

During the meeting, the Mr. Kargapolov outlined the current state of Russia’s creative sector and its latest trends. The discussion covered the sector’s legal and regulatory framework, as well as promising areas for growth under Russia’s Strategy for the development of the Creative Economy for the period up to 2036. Particular attention was given to the Moscow Government’s efforts to establish dedicated spaces to support creative industries.

Ms Ip, in turn, outlined the CCIDA’s key areas of work. Established in 2024 through the restructuring of Create Hong Kong, which had operated since 2009, the government agency provides comprehensive support to the sector, helping turn creative ideas into sustainable commercial ventures.

Its priorities include education and exchange programmes for young professionals, support for start-ups, improvements to urban infrastructure for creative businesses, and strengthening Hong Kong’s position as one of Asia’s leading cultural and creative hubs.

🤝 Both sides expressed a shared interest in expanding ties and exchanging expertise and agreed to maintain working-level contacts and explore opportunities for cooperation.

22/10/2026

The Consulate General of Russia facilitated the work of the Russian delegation at the APEC Finance Ministers’ Meeting, held under China’s chairmanship in Hong Kong on October 20–21, 2026.

Russia was represented by Deputy Minister of Finance Ivan Chebeskov. In his remarks, Mr.Chebeskov emphasized that the Asia-Pacific remains the most dynamic region of the global economy, with emerging economies expected to grow by about 5% in 2026. He noted the region’s growing role as a center of technological and industrial innovation.

Mr. Chebeskov highlighted the increasing significance of services within the global economy and trade, stressing the rapid growth of digital services in APEC economies in recent years. He pointed out that in Russia, the share of the IT sector in GDP has doubled over six years, and nearly 90% of financial services are now provided online.

A major focus of Russia’s fiscal policy remains targeted support for households, which has helped to nearly halve the country's poverty rate since 2018. Special attention is also paid to widening digital access to financial services, especially for vulnerable groups.

The Hong Kong organizers ensured a high standard of organization, creating excellent conditions for the meeting and its participants. The program included thematic sessions, seminars, and visits to cultural and business sites.

The participation of the Russian delegation contributed to the strengthening of relations between Moscow and Hong Kong, and reaffirmed Russia’s interest in financial cooperation, technological development, and new investment projects in the Asia-Pacific region.

19/10/2026

On October 19, 2026, Anatoly Kargapolov, the Consul General of Russia in Hong Kong, met with representatives from Dyakin, Gortsunyan & Partners – a leading Russian law firm – who are visiting Hong Kong to attend the 15th annual Hong Kong Arbitration Week.

During the discussion, both sides addressed key issues related to business cooperation between Russia and Hong Kong, as well as the growing role of Hong Kong as a hub for resolving cross-border commercial disputes.

It was noted that Russian companies are showing increasing interest in Hong Kong as a neutral arbitration center, which underscores the strong confidence in the city’s legal system.

The Consul General reaffirmed the Consulate’s commitment to supporting Russian legal and business professionals in building relationships with partners in Hong Kong, particularly in the area of international arbitration.

The participation of Russian specialists in Hong Kong Arbitration Week plays an important role in strengthening professional dialogue and fostering practical cooperation between the legal communities of both regions.

16/10/2026

Уважаемые соотечественники!

Хотим поделиться информацией Департамента иммиграции Гонконга.
Граждане России обладающие паспортами нового образца и регулярно посещающие Гонконг, имеют право на использование автоматизированной системы иммиграционного контроля e-Channel. Данный сервис позволяет проходить пограничный контроль самостоятельно, в ускоренном порядке и без участия офицера погранслужбы.

Как это работает

✅ Необходимо зарегистрироваться в приложении Go Hong Kong или по прибытии в Гонконг обратиться в Сервисный центр e-Channel.
✅ После регистрации при последующих поездках проход границы осуществляется через автоматические турникеты с использованием паспорта и биометрии.

Условия для регистрации

📌 Возраст 18 лет и старше
📌 Отсутствие нарушений иммиграционного законодательства САР Гонконг
📌 Наличие не менее двух въездов в Гонконг через международный аэропорт (HKIA) за два года, предшествующие моменту подачи заявления
📌 ЛИБО наличие карты APEC Business Travel Card (с кодом 'HKG') или премиальной карты лояльности авиакомпании, присоединившейся к данной инициативе

Ограничения

❌ Услуга недоступна для лиц младше 18 лет.
❌ Регистрация не производится для посетителей, не совершивших требуемого количества поездок (при отсутствии карт APEC).

Важно знать

❗️ Регистрация в системе осуществляется на бесплатной основе.
❗️ После оформления доступ к e-Channel открывается на всех пограничных контрольно-пропускных пунктах Гонконга.

Места проведения регистрации

🔹 В международном аэропорту Гонконга (Терминал 1, Arrival North Hall / Arrival South Hall — после стоек иммиграционного контроля)
🔹 На паромном терминале Macao Ferry Terminal (до стоек контроля)
🔹 В главном офисе Иммиграционного департамента (Tseung Kwan O)

📎 Более подробная информация размещена на сайте иммиграционного департамента Гонконга: https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/echannel_visitors.html

14/10/2026

Что такое равнозначный электронный документ
Если требуется передать документ в Россию, теперь оригинал не нужно отправлять курьером или почтой. Можно оформить удостоверение равнозначности электронного документа документу на бумажном носителе.

Как это работает
✅ Вы записываетесь и приходите на прием в Генконсульство с оригиналом бумажного документа.
✅ Консул изготавливает его электронный образ.
✅ На указанный Вами адрес электронной почты приходят два файла: скан-образ и файл электронной подписи (ЭЦП). Они являются электронным документом, который имеет ту же юридическую силу, что и бумажный
✅ Его можно отправить нотариусу в России, чтобы он изготовил его бумажную версию, либо использовать напрямую.

Для каких документов можно оформить равнозначность
📌 Доверенности
📌 Завещания
📌 Другие документы, которые могут понадобиться для юридически значимых действий

Что оформить нельзя
❌ Документы, удостоверяющие личность, в том числе свидетельства о рождении детей до 14 лет
❌ Любые сделки в простой письменной форме

Важно знать
❗️ Мы не вправе удостоверять равнозначность бумажного документа электронному, то есть делать обратную процедуру и изготавливать бумажный документ на основе электронного.
❗️ Предъявлять оригиналы документов в электронном виде для совершения нотариальных действий тоже нельзя.

Что взять с собой на приём
🔹 Российский загранпаспорт, и/или «внутренний» паспорт (при наличии)
🔹 Оригинал документа на бумажном носителе

📎 Разъяснения Федеральной нотариальной палаты

📅 Запись на приём

#нотариат #доверенность

04/10/2026

02/10/2026

🇷🇺🇨🇳 Embassy of Russia in China:

October 2, 2026 marks the 77th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

On October 1, 1949, in the “Declaration of the Central People’s Government of the People’s Republic of China” proclaimed from the rostrum above the gates of Tiananmen, Mao Zedong announced that the PRC intended to establish diplomatic relations with other countries on the basis of equality and mutual respect for territorial sovereignty.

The very next day, Soviet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko sent a telegram to Zhou Enlai, informing him that the Soviet government had decided to establish diplomatic relations with the new China and to exchange ambassadors.

The ceremony for presenting credentials by Ambassador Nikolay Roshchin, which took place two weeks later, was described in the memoirs of Academician Sergei Tikhvinsky (1918–2018), who had served in the Chinese capital – first as Consul General of the USSR in Beiping and later as an advisor to the Embassy:

“Roshchin, accompanied by senior Embassy staff dressed for the occasion in formal black diplomatic uniforms adorned with gold embroidery, swords, orders, and medals, arrived at the Small Hall of the Huairentang Palace within Zhongnanhai. All Soviet diplomats lined up, awaiting the appearance of the Chairman of the Central People’s Government of the PRC, Mao Zedong, who soon entered together with Zhou Enlai, Secretary General Lin Boqu, and Central People’s Government member Nie Rongzhen.

Stepping a few paces forward, Ambassador Nikolay Roshchin read the text of his credentials (which I immediately repeated in Chinese) and offered brief greetings to the Chinese leadership.

In response, Mao Zedong read a short statement welcoming the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Soviet Union – the first foreign state to recognize the People’s Republic of China – and the PRC, assuring the ambassador that the PRC government would extend its full cooperation as he performed his duties”.

Thus, the Soviet Union became the first country in the world to recognize the new China. Seventy-seven years later, there is no question that this was a farsighted decision – one that fully served the interests of both countries, the largest neighbors, whose relations today have reached an unprecedented level.

📸 Photo Captions

1. Group photo after Soviet Ambassador Nikolay Roshchin presented credentials to Chairman Mao Zedong, Central People’s Government of the PRC, October 16, 1949 (Sergei Tikhvinsky – fourth from the left in the front row).

2. “Declaration of the Central People’s Government of the PRC,” October 1, 1949.

3. Response note from Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko, October 2, 1949.

4. Presentation of credentials by Soviet Ambassador Nikolay Roshchin to Chairman Mao Zedong, Central People’s Government of the PRC, October 16, 1949.

5. Group photo after PRC Ambassador Wang Jiaxiang presented credentials to Nikolay Shvernik, Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR, November 3, 1949.

6. Newspaper clipping from Izvestia No. 235, October 5, 1949.

01/10/2026

✉️ On October 1, President of Russia Vladimir Putin sent a message of greetings to President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping on the 77th anniversary of the founding of the PRC.

✍️ The message reads, in part:

"Under your leadership, China is achieving impressive success in the socioeconomic, scientific, and technological spheres and making a significant contribution to addressing key regional and global issues.

Relations between Russia and China have reached an unprecedentedly high level. Our countries are consistently advancing major joint projects across a wide range of areas and coordinating their efforts in international affairs to build a more just and order.

I am confident that our meeting during the APEC summit in Shenzhen this November will be productive and will contribute to further strengthening the comprehensive partnership and strategic interaction between Russia and China.

I sincerely wish you sound health, wellbeing, and continued success, and happiness and prosperity to the friendly people of China."

http://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/80901

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