The next time we want to import a horse to Russia it will be a doddle

This is the best diplomatic report I’ve read in a long time. A real gem. Recounts the story of the horses gifted by Saparmurat Niyazov (Turkmenbashi) to the British government. A fantastic snapshot of life in the FSU in the early 1990s. Posting the whole thing – enjoy the read.

Also worth seeing: (then Prime Minister) John Major’s official response.