30th Conference of Party Newspapers in Northern provinces and cities held in Hanoi

On the morning of May 16, the 30th Conference of Party Newspapers in Northern Provinces and Cities officially opened in Hanoi. Hosted by Hanoimoi Newspaper, the event was held under the theme "Promoting the tradition of revolutionary journalism, pioneering digital transformation, and accompanying the country into the new era."

Overview of the conference.

The event was attended by notable figures including: Le Quoc Minh — Member of the Party Central Committee, Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper, and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association; Nguyen The Ky — former Member of the Party Central Committee, former Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department, former General Director of the Voice of Vietnam, and Chairman of the Central Council for Theory and Criticism of Literature and Arts; Nguyen Doan Toan — Member of the Standing Committee of the Hanoi Party Committee and Head of its Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department; leaders of various departments and sectors of Hanoi; and representatives, editors, and reporters from more than 30 Party-affiliated newspapers across and beyond the Northern region.

Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association Le Quoc Minh spoke at the conference.

The 30th conference took place amid nationwide efforts to implement the goals set forth in the Resolution of the 13th National Party Congress and to promote national digital transformation across all sectors. The press — and Party-affiliated newspapers in particular — are now facing unprecedented opportunities and challenges due to the explosion of information technology, the rapid rise of social media, and shifting public media consumption behaviors.

The conference was chaired by Editor-in-Chief of Hanoimoi Newspaper Nguyen Minh Duc, Director and Editor-in-Chief of the Quang Ninh Provincial Media Center Nguyen The Lam, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Bac Giang Newspaper Tran Van Duc.

This year’s theme not only honors the revolutionary tradition and preserves the identity of Party journalism but also reflects the current momentum of national progress in a new era — an era of growth and transformation. It calls for urgent innovation, creativity, and adaptability, empowering Party newspapers to assert their role as a vital ideological and cultural force in the digital age. The conference served as a declaration of unity and determination from the Party press to overcome challenges, embrace change, and continue contributing meaningfully to the Party’s and the nation’s revolutionary cause.

Editor-in-Chief of Hanoi Moi Newspaper Nguyen Minh Duc delivered the opening speech of the conference.

In his opening report, journalist Nguyen Minh Duc — Party Secretary and Editor-in-Chief of Hanoi Moi — highlighted the historical significance of the 30 conferences held among Northern Party newspapers. He also gave a deep analysis of the current landscape and core challenges facing party-affiliated journalism. He emphasized that, as the official voice of the Party Committees, governments, and people of localities, Party newspapers must lead the digital transformation — embracing technology and artificial intelligence to create compelling, multimedia journalism that helps shape public opinion and reinforce trust in the leadership of the Party and the State.

Journalist Nguyen Hoang Nhat, Deputy Head of the Electronic Department of Nhan Dan Newspaper, gave a speech at the workshop.

Following a welcome address by Nguyen Doan Toan—member of the Standing Committee of the Hanoi Party Committee and head of its Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department — the workshop continued with vibrant, candid discussions that delved into key issues facing the sector.

Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Phu Tho Newspaper Nguyen Tat Thang attended the workshop.

Representatives of party newspapers and invited guests shared practical experiences, innovative methods, and challenges faced during operations. Their presentations fostered an open, constructive atmosphere. Many effective models and approaches were showcased, while common problems were openly dissected and analyzed. Practical solutions were proposed — tailored to the unique contexts of each locality and aligned with the broader development trends of modern journalism.

In his speech, Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association Le Quoc Minh noted that, with the rapid advancement of science and technology, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a pivotal role in the digital transformation of journalism. He emphasized that adopting AI is an inevitable step for press agencies seeking innovation and sustainable development.

However, he stressed that successful digital transformation — especially leveraging AI — requires constant innovation to meet evolving audience demands. This includes fresh thinking, creativity, and the continuous development of new and engaging journalistic products, especially in an era dominated by social media.

Delegates exchanged on the sidelines of the workshop.

Praising the efforts made by press agencies and the Party newspaper system in embracing digital transformation, Le Quoc Minh expressed his belief that the press will make significant strides to meet the growing expectations of modern readers.

He also noted that Vietnam’s press system is undergoing a phase of organizational restructuring, innovation, and streamlining in accordance with the policies of the Politburo and the Secretariat. While this process presents many challenges and uncertainties for internal operations, it also opens up important opportunities for future development.

Despite the significant changes expected post-restructuring, Le Quoc Minh affirmed that Party newspapers will continue to play a central role in Vietnam’s revolutionary journalism, maintaining their mission of public guidance and evolving strongly in the new era.

On this occasion, Hanoimoi officially launched a propaganda page for party congresses at all levels in preparation for the 14th National Party Congress. This meaningful initiative reflects the newspaper’s proactive and pioneering spirit in supporting the country’s most important political event.

At the conclusion of the workshop, Hanoimoi presented the rotating flag to the Quang Ninh Provincial Media Center — the host of the 31st Conference of Party Newspapers of Northern Provinces and Cities, scheduled for 2026.

Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan Newspaper and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association Le Quoc Minh and delegates visited the cover of Phu Tho Mien Nui Newspaper at the exhibition.

Earlier, as part of the workshop’s activities, Hanoimoi opened an exhibition booth displaying newspaper covers from Party-affiliated publications across northern provinces and cities. The exhibition featured more than 30 Tet edition covers, propaganda pages related to Hanoi Party Congresses, as well as highlights from professional and charitable activities conducted by Hanoimoi.

Phuong Thuy