Lyashenko represented Russia internationally at both the junior and senior levels.
In international competitions he will continue to represent Russia.
That team played 10 games, with many players representing Russia.
He represented Russia at numerous international festivals of poetry, his work has been published in translation throughout the world.
He knew the city from his multiple trips to represent Russia at international conferences.
Donika represented Russia in international competition at the junior level.
From 1908 to 1909 he represented Russia at a conference on maritime law in London.
In all international tournaments since 2005 he has represented Russia.
The decision also reflects the debate over what sort of film should represent Russia.
He was representing Russia and ended up in 2nd place.