Per a decree on the granting of State awards signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 29, the officials have received the honor for their significant contributions to the enhancement of the two nations' comprehensive strategic partnership.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin

They are Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Ngo Duc Manh; Minister of National Defense Ngo Xuan Lich; Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defense Phan Van Giang; Chief of the General Department of Politics at the Vietnam People’s Army Luong Cuong; and Deputy Minister of National Defense Be Xuan Truong.     

The decree has also granted a number of noble titles to Russian and foreign citizens for their contributions to the country’s COVID-19 fight and national security, among other aspects.

Source: VNA