Moscow: A book fair was held in Moscow on April 21 in response to the Vietnam Book and Reading Cultural Day, creating a chance for the Vietnamese community in Russia to meet, exchange books, and promote the reading culture.Themed 'Tram Ky uc' (memory station), the event was jointly organised by 'Vong tay Viet-Nga' (Vietnam- Russia embrace) association and the Vietnamese Students' Association in Russia, aiming at inspiring solidarity and patriotism among members of the overseas Vietnamese community.A fund-raising event was also held to build schools for mountainous students at home.The Vietnam Book and Reading Culture Day was first held in 2022 following a decision by the Prime Minister.The day is expected to encourage and develop the reading movement among the community, contributing to building a learning society. In addition, it aims to honour readers, authors, publishers, printers, and libraries that strive to preserve, collect, and promote books./.Source: Vietnam News Agency