On the picture H.E. Olexander Horin.
Celebration of the Independence Day of Ukraine in The Hague
By Lyudmila Palamar.
On the 10th of September 2015 Embassy of Ukraine in the Kingdom of The Netherlands hosted an event to celebrate Independence Day of Ukraine.
24 years ago on the 24th of August Parliament of Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic proclaimed independence of Ukraine, a country that continues its fight for independence, democracy and freedom till the present day.
During the celebration of the Independence Day of Ukraine in The Hague all guests were generously treated with traditional Ukrainian dishes, including stuffed fish, potato dumplings and wide selection of meat that was delivered from Ukraine.
Authentic decorations and Ukrainians in colourful traditional costumes created a unique atmosphere of hospitable Ukrainian village.
The reception was opened by a speech of H.E. Mr. Olexander Horin. In his speech the Ambassador of Ukraine expressed his gratefulness to “all friends for the solidarity and assistance, which is provided to Ukraine today”.
The De Glazen Zaal was full of people and a large number of diplomats attended among them Ambassadors from Chima, India, Senegal, Romania, Cuba, Tunisia, Egypt, Venezuela and Pakistan.
After the speech honorable guests had an opportunity to enjoy performances of Ukrainian songs by a Dutch choir from Utrecht and a talented Ukrainian singer.
