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by Thu Vân “Your pens are the sharp weapons in the cause of telling the truth…” Thus began a letter that President Ho Chi Minh wrote to intellectuals and journalists in the southern part of the country on May 25, 1947. He also said in the same letter that “journalists should act like brave soldiers in the revolution to gain back unity and independence for the country.” One cannot imagine loftier ideals for this profession. Today, the lofty ideals may remain, but there are times I feel these are gathering dust in the shelves of our memory as the profession goes through one existential crisis after another. More than seven decades after President Hồ Chí Minh wrote the famous letter, it is fair to say journalism has gone through many changes, all over the world. Today, the profession is wedded, one could even say welded, to technology and business, and this creates a host of challenges in terms of the profession succeeding in the market place, in capturing the readers’ or … [Read more...] about Some good news, some bad news, some hopeful news

Việt Nam’s headline inflation rate increased by 1.69 per cent in the first quarter of this year, putting pressure on the new Government to curb the rate going forward. — Photo vov.vn HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam’s headline inflation rate increased by 1.69 per cent in the first quarter of this year, putting pressure on the new Government to curb the rate going forward, according to a quarterly report on macroeconomic growth. The report, conducted by a group of researchers from the Việt Nam Institute for Economic and Policy Research (VEPR), was discussed during a launching ceremony in Hà Nội on Tuesday. The Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade supported the research. Việt Nam’s inflation rate hike in the first three months of 2016 was attributed to increasing fees for medical services and education, and the recovery of commodity and service prices in the world. New developments in the global economy, along with domestic changes, make it a … [Read more...] about VN’s headline inflation rises in first quarter

President writes letter to families of the fallen (27-07-2006) HA NOI — President Nguyen Minh Triet yesterday sent a sentimental message to heroic mothers, wounded soldiers, families of matyrs and people who have made great contributions to the country on the occasion of the 59th annual Day for Martyrs and War Invalids, which falls today. Triet wrote in the letter that, in the revolutionary cause of the country, the entire nation had undergone enormous difficulties and hardships. Millions have died in prisons and on battlefields or lost parts of their bodies, he said. The Vietnamese people would be forever grateful for their great contributions. In the process of doi moi (renewal) under the leadership of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, to reach the target of a prosperous nation, strong country, and equitable, democratic and civil society, many war invalids and families of martyrs have overcome their own difficulties to contribute to their families and communities. … [Read more...] about President writes letter to families of the fallen

HÀ NỘI – A writing contest, themed ‘The history of Việt Nam-Laos ties: A special relationship," was launched today, to celebrate the 55 th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Viet Nam and Laos (September 5, 1962-September 5, 2017) and the 40 th anniversary of the signing of the Lao-Vietnamese Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (July 7, 1977-July 18, 2017). Phạm Văn Linh, deputy head of the Party Central Committee’s Commission for Communication and Education – the organiser of the contest -- said the activity aims to promote public awareness, especially amongst the younger generation, on the special friendship between Laos and Việt Nam in past fights against common enemies, the efforts to liberate their people, and now, in national development. The contest aims to bring people of the two countries closer together and fight against hostile forces’ “deliberate efforts to twist history and undermine the special friendship … [Read more...] about Writing contest on Việt Nam – Laos relationship launched

Việt Nam pulled out all the stops for media: foreign affairs spokesperson DPRK Chairman Kim Jong-un leaves Hà Nội Achieving denuclearisation needs more time PM says hosting DPRK-US summit was big success for Việt Nam Reactions to the failed summit 00.30 AM Friday North Korea is seeking partial relief of sanctions from the United States, not in their entirety, in exchange for the dismantlement of its main nuclear facility and other actions, Foreign Minister Ri Yong-ho made the remark at an impromptu press conference at his hotel in Hanoi, hours after a summit between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and U.S. President Donald Trump failed to produce an agreement. VNA/VNS Photo Lâm Khánh 11.00 PM In an unexpected move, the North Korean delegation announce they will hold a press conference in Hà Nội. 3.50 PM Airforce One is about to take off and President Donald Trump is heading home to Washington. Chairman Kim still has a few days in … [Read more...] about BREAKING NEWS: NO AGREEMENT REACHED

From June 17-18, 1989, the Vietnam News Agency organised the 10th OANA Executive Board Meeting, the 10th Technical Group Meeting and the sixth Editorial Workshop. VNA/VNS File Photo HÀ NỘI — Members of the Organisation of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) agreed that it’s time to use every advantage to develop mechanisms in the fight against fake news, and all media outlets should not compromise truth, accuracy and accountability for speed. Given the context that fake news is spreading and harming nations, the Bahrain News Agency (BNA) affirmed that it does not compromise in its quest for honest reporting of the events in the country and around the world. First Deputy Director General of Russia’s TASS news agency Mikhail Gusman said that the first step would be forming close ties among news agencies, possibly in a traditional alliance like the OANA, he suggested, stressing on the need to give a clear definition of “fake news”, along with legal arguments and … [Read more...] about OANA members commit to fight fake news with modern technology