Russia, South Ossetia introduce visa-free travel
Published: 01 February, 2010, 14:37
Edited: 04 February, 2010, 11:26
Russia and South Ossetia have lifted visa requirements between the two states.
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Published: 01 February, 2010, 14:37
Edited: 04 February, 2010, 11:26
Russia and South Ossetia have lifted visa requirements between the two states.
Spectacular I've been following the newly Independent republic's of South Ossetia and Abkazia closely, Since their Independence they have certainly come a long way and is showing bright signs of sovereignty and strength, Russia and South Ossetia to introduce Visa-Free travel this will further boost South Ossetia's very young economy and will benefit from this great advancement between these two nation's. I hope this will bring substantial amount of peace and stability within the North Caucasus and beyond. I hail all of Russia's help in making this tiny republic stronger every day. Finally now both new Independent republics have visa free travel the puzzle is becoming complete for O'Glorious peace.