Moscow, Sept. 20 -- A seminar discussing the role of people-to-people diplomacy in Vietnam - Russia relations took place in Moscow on September 19.

Speaking at the event, Tran Binh Minh, President of the Vietnam-Russia Friendship Association, said the seminar was among activities scheduled during the Vietnam Year in Russia and the Russia Year in Vietnam 2019 for mutual understanding, friendship and cooperation.

He lauded the robust growth of the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership, adding that his association and its Russian counterpart have been implementing joint plans, including a cooperation agreement for 2015-2020, to contribute to the relations between the two countries.

President of the Russian - Vietnam Friendship Assoc...