Hanoi, June 18 -- Le made the above statement while addressing the plenary session of the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit marking the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations in Kazan, Russia, on June 18.

The Prime Minister reiterated that Viet Nam consistently attaches great importance to the traditional friendship and the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Russia.

Viet Nam advocates Russia in playing a greater role and making more active contributions to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the Asia-Pacific region and the world, underlined the Vietnamese leader.

Le emphasized that Viet Nam supports the peaceful settlement of disagreements and conflicts on the basis of international law, the United Nations Chart...