"More than 50 heads of diplomatic missions of the CIS countries, states of Asia, Africa and Latin America, employees of many Vienna international organizations and structures of our compatriots, the business community, culture and public life of Austria" were present, the mission said.
Ambassador Dmitry Lyubinsky said the holiday is sacred for Russia's multinational people.
"In an era of severe trials, our country is confidently pursuing a sovereign, multi-vector foreign policy oriented to the future. And we greatly appreciate the support, understanding and solidarity that we meet with our partners and friends in all regions of the world without exception," Lyubinsky said at the reception.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory telegram to Russian President Vladimir Putin on the occasion of Russia Day, celebrated on June 12, UAE's news agency reported.
According to the report, UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan also congratulated the Russian leader.
Earlier, Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent a congratulatory telegram to Putin on the occasion of Russia Day. A message with similar congratulations to the Russian president was also sent by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
Venezuela congratulated Russians on Russia Day, celebrated on June 12, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto said on Twitter.
“On behalf of the government and people of Venezuela, we congratulate you on Russia Day,” the minister wrote.
"We honor the historical heritage of Russia and reaffirm our commitment to joint work to strengthen the multipolar world," he said.