With deep sorrow, I learned about the demise of the Armenian people’s great friend, Russian writer, documentary filmmaker and film critic Kim Bakshi.

Thanks to his research work aimed at popularizing Armenia’s medieval culture and history, exploring various manuscripts worldwide, Kim Bakshi had earned the sincere respect and love of the Armenian nation.

He went a long way toward raising awareness of Armenian culture around the world. His contribution to the development and deepening of Armenian-Russian friendship and cultural ties is indisputable.

I express my deepest condolences to Kim Bakshi’s family, relatives and friends.