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Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, London

Buildings and structures in the City of WestminsterDemocratic Republic of the Congo–United Kingdom relationsDiplomatic missions in LondonDiplomatic missions of the Democratic Republic of the CongoFitzrovia
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Embassy of DRC in London
Embassy of DRC in London

The Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in London is the diplomatic mission of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the United Kingdom. The embassy was formerly located on Grays Inn Road in Kings Cross.In 2011, a protest was held outside the embassy by the Congolese International Rights group, alleging irregularities in the 2011 Congolese election.

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Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, London
Great Portland Street, City of Westminster Fitzrovia

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Great Portland Street 45-49
W1W 7LG City of Westminster, Fitzrovia
England, United Kingdom
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