Emulation movements launched across the Vietnam News Agency have spread to every unit and employee, creating momentum for all to contribute to the shared mission of building the VNA as a trusted strategic information centre of the Party and State.
Vietnam News Agency General Director Vu Viet Trang presents certificates of merit to individuals with outstanding achievements in the emulation movement for the 2020 - 2025 period. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA)♕ – The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) on September 12 held its 6th Patriotic Emulation Congress to review patriotic movements during 2020-2025 and encourage its staff to continue striving to fulfill tasks assigned by the Party and State.
In her opening remarks, VNA General Director Vu Viet Trang stressed that over its 80-year history, the agency has always attached importance to emulation and commendation, considering them a core political task. Through such activities, exemplary individuals and units have been promptly recognised and honoured for their outstanding achievements.
She noted that the 6th congress coincides with VNA’s 80th founding anniversary (September 15, 1945 – 2025).
“The heroic tradition of previous generations, and the sacrifice of nearly 260 fallen journalists, remain a source of inspiration and historical lessons for today’s reporters to continuously strive for quality journalistic products that reflect the pulse of life and reach the world,” Trang said.
VNA General Director Vu Viet Trang launches the emulation movement and approves the list of delegates to attend the 11th National Patriotic Emulation Congress. (Photo: VNA)
According to the General Director, emulation movements launched across the agency have spread to every unit and employee, creating momentum for all to contribute to the shared mission of building the VNA as a trusted strategic information centre of the Party and State.
The VNA is proud to have affirmed its pioneering role in information and communication, accompanying the country’s development while reflecting global affairs with the presence of its correspondents nationwide and across the five continents, she stated.
On this occasion, the VNA was honoured to receive the Ho Chi Minh Order for the third time in recognition of its long-standing tradition and outstanding contributions to the revolutionary cause of the Party and nation.
Looking ahead to 2025-2030, the agency sets six major emulation tasks: studying and following President Ho Chi Minh’s thought, morality and style; fulfilling political duties as the official and mainstream source of information of the Party and State; enhancing competitiveness and quality of news products; diversifying publications and services; boosting IT application and digital transformation; and expanding international cooperation.
VNA General Director Vu Viet Trang, who is also Chairwoman of the VNA's Emulation and Rewards Council, and delegates pose for a group photo. (Photo: VNA)
The congress also outlined six measures to innovate emulation and commendation work, emphasising timely recognition of exemplary collectives and individuals to foster dynamism, creativity, and dedication among the staff members.
Over the past five years, the VNA has actively reformed its information work, diversifying products across print, television, online, and social media platforms. Dozens of new special pages and features have been launched, alongside expanded international coverage in multiple languages. On average, the VNA provides nearly 200,000 news items and 183,000 photos annually to domestic and foreign press agencies.
At the congress, many individuals and collectives with outstanding achievements were presented with the Government’s Emulation Flags and the Certificates of Merit from the VNA General Director./.
Kyodo News President Toshimitsu Sawai emphasised that the VNA’s coverage is regarded as the most authoritative source on Vietnam. He highlighted its adaptability in an evolving media landscape, especially its application of AI and other state-of-the art technologies in the editorial work.
The recognition and gratitude from the senior Lao leaders underscore that VNA is not only Vietnam’s national news agency but also a trusted bridge, strengthening the enduring Vietnam-Laos friendship.
With its 80-year legacy and spirit of innovation, the VNA will further affirm its role as Vietnam’s premier national news agency, the authoritative voice of the nation, and a strong bridge connecting the country with international friends and overseas Vietnamese worldwide.
Taking place over 19 days, the exhibition was a highlight of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day. It not only reviewed milestones of the past eight decades but also inspired patriotism, national pride, and aspirations for sustainable growth and integration.
The moves were made in response to an appeal from the Vietnam Red Cross Society, marking the 65th anniversary of Vietnam – Cuba diplomatic relations (December 2, 1960–2025) and highlighting the enduring solidarity between the two nations.
A representative of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union expressed her hope that FAO will continue to accompany Vietnam in promoting high-tech and environmentally friendly agriculture, delivering tangible benefits to farmers.
The close attention and guidance from Party and State leaders, the encouragement from central and local agencies, along with the trust from both domestic and international press agencies and the public have formed a tremendous source of motivation for VNA journalists to fulfil their mission as the nation’s key multimedia wire service and a strategic and trusted information centre of the Party and the State.
Exploiting the common lure of “easy jobs with high salaries”, the suspects recruited and sold 13 victims from rural western communes of Nghe An to companies operating scams in the Golden Triangle.
Veteran war correspondent Luis Manuel Arce Isaac from Prensa Latina praised the VNA’s foreign service information strategy and its widespread cooperation with media agencies worldwide.
The exchange programme with 34 senior and mid-level leaders and managers from Russia includes nine thematic sessions held at the academy and three practical thematic activities at various ministries, agencies, and localities.
Launched in 2021 across six provinces and cities, the Bien Hoa Air Base Dioxin Remediation Project has already supported more than 32,000 people with disabilities, including AO/dioxin victims, meeting over 60% of its targets. It will soon be extended to Ca Mau and Quang Ngai provinces.
According to the ministry, in recent days some individuals have exploited public attention on the CIC case to spread false claims of “data leaks” at other agencies and organisations.
With a network of 30 bureaus in countries and territories, the VNA has provided timely and objective articles on the local and regional situation, while helping international friends better understand Vietnam’s foreign policies, socio-economic strategies and achievements.
Over the past eight decades, the Vietnam News Agency has proved its irreplaceable role as both the loyal and powerful voice of the Vietnamese Party and State, and as a national media organisation with superior capabilities and innovation to meet the requirements of the digital media era, said President of the Venezuela-based Latin America multinational broadcaster teleSUR Patricia Villegas.
As a state news agency and a primary source of information for the media, the VNA has played an essential role in providing and disseminating news on the people, events, politics, economy, policies, progress, and development of Vietnam and Cambodia to domestic and international audiences.
The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) stands as Vietnam’s key media organisation, extending its influence beyond national borders to become a strategic source of accurate information about Vietnam, stated Norland Rosendo González, Director of Cuba’s National News Agency (ACN).
The Vietnam News Agency, with its network of 30 overseas bureaus located in most key regions around the world, serves as an important link connecting overseas Vietnamese with their homeland.
The latest initiatives followed this year’s National Day (September 2) celebrations, which saw nine significant projects in the city completed or inaugurated.
The Cambodian journalist said he prefers citing the VNA because of its role as Vietnam’s national news agency, entrusted for decades with delivering official information on the Vietnamese Party, State, and Government’s policies, guidelines and laws during wartime or peacetime.
The VNA provides multimedia news in many languages, and its reports on Vietnam are widely used and have certain influence in the world, according to a Chinese journalist.
The official praised the VNA’s content quality, presentation methods, as well as timely and diverse coverage, particularly major political and diplomatic events between the two countries.
Students are covered by the health insurance fund for 100% of the cost of inpatient examinations and treatment at primary health facilities nationwide.
The official likened the VNA to Vietnam’s unofficial embassy, stressing that this is very important, as in its role, the agency can deliver information from all corners, engage in exchanges, and access diverse sources of information.
