Araqchi Hails Lavrov's Prestigious Order of St. Andrew Award

Araqchi Hails Lavrov’s Prestigious Order of St. Andrew Award

In a recent diplomatic development, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi extended his heartfelt congratulations to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on receiving the prestigious Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle the First-Called. This highest state decoration of the Russian Federation was awarded by President Vladimir Putin, marking a significant milestone in Lavrov’s illustrious career.

The award ceremony took place in the stunning Catherine Hall of the Senate Palace in the Kremlin. Lavrov was honored with this accolade through a presidential decree dated March 21, coinciding with his 75th birthday.

Lavrov received the Order for a number of commendable reasons, including:

  • Outstanding services to the Fatherland
  • Significant contributions to the development and implementation of Russia’s foreign policy
  • Many years of fruitful public service

In his congratulatory message, Araqchi praised Lavrov and his team at the Russian Foreign Ministry, stating, “Giving this award to you by the Russian President is a sign of his trust in you and your effective and valuable efforts in the complex circumstances of the current world, which have embodied in the strategic relations between Iran and Russia.”

He concluded his message with wishes for Lavrov’s continued success in future endeavors, emphasizing the importance of their diplomatic relations.

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