Moscow, June 24 -- 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. Initiated by Artyom Mayor Vyacheslav Kvon, the annual event has become a cultural gathering for ethnic communities living in the region. It provides a platform for the distinctive cultural traditions of Vietnam, China, the Republic of Korea, Belarus, India, and Uzbekistan to blend with the rich and colourful artistic heritage of Russia's ethnic groups. Alongside a variety of carefully choreographed musical performances showcasing the cultural identities of the participating ...