Moscow, Jan. 30 -- Many leading Russian experts have highlighted Vietnam's increasing position in the international arena and its evolving relationship with Russia as the two countries are celebrating their 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties (January 30).

Assoc.Prof.Dr Petr Tsvetov from the Russian Diplomatic Academy, who is also Vice Chairman of the Russia - Vietnam Friendship Association, noted that while the three-quarter century of bilateral relations has seen more highs than lows, recent years have presented challenges. He elaborated that two-way trade has not met expectations yet and several key projects have stalled.

He told the Vietnam News Agency that the bilateral ties in 2025 began with a promising note with Russian Prime Mi...