Deputy minister Tạ Quang Đông discussed cultural and artistic cooperation with a Russian delegation led by Valery Fadeev, Văn Hóa reports. The Russian side outlined an interest in a Gnesin music-training presence in Vietnam and offered expert support. Vietnam expressed openness to expanding joint music-education models, with hopes of advancing the initiative during the 2027 Russian Culture Season. These are discussions and proposed directions, without confirmation that a new institution or final agreement is already in place.