Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has concluded a four-nation tour of Africa, visiting Ethiopia, Niger, Mozambique, and Burundi, delivering a strong message that Moscow remains committed to supporting the continent in strengthening security, advancing economic development, and enhancing its standing on the international stage.

The conflict in Ukraine has entered a turbulent new turning point, with Russia and Ukraine both launching large-scale, high-intensity attacks against each other's strategic targets. At the same time, the diplomatic vacuum amid the escalating conflict is raising concerns that efforts to achieve peace may be further delayed.

Vietnamese Minister of Justice Hoang Thanh Tung had a meeting with Russian Minister of Justice Konstantin Chuychenko on June 24 to discuss concrete measures for implementing cooperation agreements signed between the two ministries.

The third edition of the “Melodies of Friendship” international cultural festival was held in Artyom city of Russia’s Primorye region on June 23, bringing together various ethnic communities to celebrate cultural diversity in the country’s Far East.

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-level Vietnamese delegation have wrapped up a successful visit to Kazan, Russia, from June 16 to 18, where they took part in the Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations and a series of bilateral activities, at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s visit is expected to make an important contribution to strengthening cooperation between ASEAN and Russia, while further enhancing political trust, deepening the Viet Nam-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and expanding bilateral cooperation across a wide range of fields, including investment, energy, and oil and gas.

A Viet Nam-Russia trade and investment networking programme took place on June 17 with the participation of Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, senior leaders from both countries and more than 100 businesses from Viet Nam and Russia.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 17 called for stronger cooperation between ASEAN and Russia in building resilient supply chains, advancing energy partnerships, and promoting innovation and digital transformation, as he addressed the opening session of the ASEAN-Russia Business Forum in Kazan, Russia.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on June 17 morning (local time) visited the "Made in Tatarstan" exhibition in Kazan, the capital of Russia's Republic of Tatarstan, as part of his trip to Russia to attend a summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations and conduct bilateral activities.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and a high-ranking Vietnamese delegation arrived at Gabdulla Tukay Kazan International Airport in Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, on June 16 afternoon (local time), beginning their trip to attend the ASEAN–Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN–Russia relations.

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s upcoming participation in the ASEAN – Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of dialogue relations is expected to reaffirm Viet Nam’s role as a bridge between the two sides while helping generate new momentum for cooperation between ASEAN and Russia, according to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Dang Hoang Giang.

Viet Nam’s government in the new term will continue working closely with Russia to advance bilateral cooperation across all sectors, while maximising the coordinating role of the Viet Nam–Russia Intergovernmental Committee, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc said at the talks with his Russian counterpart Dmitry Chernyshenko on June 5 (local time).

The strategic partnership between Russia and Kazakhstan recently reached a significant new milestone as the two countries signed a series of bilateral cooperation agreements during Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to the Central Asian nation.

A high-ranking delegation from Viet Nam’s Ministry of Public Security, led by its Minister General Luong Tam Quang, has engaged in a series of important activities and signed several cooperation agreements with Russian partners on the sidelines of the First International Security Forum in Moscow.

Da Nang welcomed the first direct flight connecting Moscow and the central city on May 23, marking the restoration of a direct air link between the two destinations after several years and signalling stronger tourism connectivity with Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Belarus.

Viet Nam and Russia have agreed to deepen cooperation in maritime affairs, including naval collaboration, marine research and shipbuilding, as part of efforts to further expand their comprehensive strategic partnership.

Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov on May 21 presided over the official welcoming ceremony in Moscow for General Phan Van Giang, Politburo member, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Viet Nam, along with the high-level delegation of Vietnamese Ministry of National Defence during their official visit to Russia and co-chairing of the second consultation session on maritime affairs.

The Russia-Viet Nam Cultural Centre at the Herzen State Pedagogical University in Saint Petersburg has emerged as a dynamic hub for cultural exchange and career opportunities after nearly one year of operation.

The life and legacy of President Ho Chi Minh have not only inspired generations of Vietnamese people but have also deeply moved many scholars and intellectuals of the Republic of Korea (RoK).

Prime Minister Le Minh Hung on May 18 received Russian Ambassador to Viet Nam Gennady Bezdetko at the Government headquarters in Ha Noi.