Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day and honoring the 2025 press award winners

On the evening of June 17, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925–June 21, 2025), the Phu Tho Provincial Vietnam Journalists Association and the Provincial Press Awards Council solemnly held a ceremony to commemorate the occasion and present the 15th Phu Tho Provincial Press Awards and the 2025 Press Awards for Excellence in Party Building. Attending the event was Mr. Phung Khanh Tai, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee.

Mr. Phung Khanh Tai presented a congratulatory flower basket and a banner bearing the message “Phu Tho Press: Solidarity—Innovation—Creativity—Development” to the provincial press community.

Also in attendance were members of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee, including Mr. Bui Dinh Thi, Head of the Organization Committee; Mr. Vi Manh Hung, Head of the Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Committee and Editor-in-Chief of the Provincial Newspaper and Radio and Television Station; Ms. Nguyen Thi Thanh Huyen, Head of the Internal Affairs Committee; Mr. Nguyen Trung Kien, Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Council; Mr. Nguyen Huy Ngoc, Standing Member of the Provincial Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee; and Colonel Dao Ngoc Phuong, Deputy Head of the Political Department of Military Region 2. The event also welcomed representatives from provincial departments, agencies, and localities, as well as a large number of journalists, reporters, association members, and media collaborators from across the province.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Vu Xuan Chuong, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Provincial Newspaper and Radio and Television Station and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association of Phu Tho province, emphasized that after a century of development alongside the nation, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has firmly established itself as a pioneering force on the ideological and cultural front and as the voice of the Party, the State, and the people. In Phu Tho, in recent years, the local press has seen significant development in content, form, and operational methods, increasingly affirming its essential role and standing in social life. The local journalism community continues to strive for innovation and to enhance the quality of content and forms of communication, thereby contributing to the dissemination of positive values throughout society.

He stressed that in the context of press restructuring and the province’s transition toward a multimedia model, journalists must adapt by transforming their mindset, embracing technology, and improving their skills, professional integrity, and dedication. This is a pivotal moment for Phu Tho’s press to affirm its role and make meaningful contributions to the ongoing development of the Fatherland.

Representing the provincial leadership, Mr. Phung Khanh Tai extended his congratulations to the province’s journalists on the centennial of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day and praised their active contributions to Phu Tho’s socio-economic development. He encouraged the local journalism community to remain united and committed to further honing their professional skills, political awareness, and ethical standards. He called on them to continue innovating and fostering creativity, to accompany and serve the province and the nation in a new era of development.

Mr. Tai expressed his belief that Phu Tho’s press agencies, particularly the Provincial Newspaper and Radio and Television Station, will continue to build on their traditions, actively embrace scientific and technological advances, and apply digital transformation in management, production, and publication. He emphasized the importance of closely following political developments and key provincial and national issues, ensuring timely, focused, and in-depth coverage that effectively fulfills their roles in ideological leadership, building public trust, and promoting a sense of responsibility within the political system and the wider society. He also highlighted their responsibility to contribute to the building of a professional, humane, and modern press sector while supporting the work of party building, strengthening the political system, and advancing the development of the new Phu Tho province.

During the event, Mr. Phung Khanh Tai and Mr. Nguyen Huy Ngoc, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, presented the 2025 Press Awards for Party Building to individual and group winners. Mr. Bui Dinh Thi, Head of the Organization Committee of the Provincial Party Committee, presented B prizes for the Party Building Press Awards to outstanding groups of authors.

On behalf of the Provincial Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee, and Fatherland Front Committee, Mr. Phung Khanh Tai presented a flower basket and commemorative banner to the Vietnam Journalists Association of Phu Tho. Authorized by the Chairman of the Provincial People’s Committee, Vice Chairman Nguyen Huy Ngoc presented Certificates of Merit to two collectives and nine individuals in recognition of their outstanding achievements in the emulation movement celebrating the 100th anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day. This recognition serves as both an honor and a powerful source of encouragement for journalists across Phu Tho who are diligently working on the frontlines of information from central to grassroots levels.

The Organizing Committee also presented awards for the 15th Phu Tho Provincial Press Awards and the 2025 Press Awards for Excellence in Party Building. These awards serve not only as a professional platform but also as a meaningful tribute to the dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm of journalists committed to promoting the Party’s policies and the achievements of the national renewal process.

This year’s Provincial Press Awards attracted 109 entries across various formats, including print, electronic, television, radio, and press photography. Many of the submissions were commended for their strong investigative efforts and in-depth reflections on current affairs, offering high social value and constructive perspectives.

The Press Awards for Party Building featured 27 high-quality entries notable for their theoretical and practical relevance. These works focused on themes such as strengthening party organizations, anti-corruption efforts, innovation in leadership methods, and the role of leadership in governance.

At the ceremony, a total of 62 outstanding works were honored. The Organizing Committee awarded 8 A prizes, 12 B prizes, 14 C prizes, and 18 Consolation prizes to authors and groups of authors participating in the 15th Phu Tho Provincial Press Awards. Additionally, 1 A prize, 2 B prizes, 3 C prizes, and 4 consolation prizes were presented for outstanding entries in the 2025 Party Building Press Awards.

Mr. Nguyen Huy Ngoc also presented Certificates of Merit to individuals and collectives who demonstrated outstanding achievements in the emulation movement marking the centenary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day.

The ceremony was held in a solemn and warm atmosphere, serving as both a tribute to generations of journalists and a source of inspiration for the provincial press force. It reaffirmed their mission to carry forward the proud tradition of revolutionary journalism and to continue innovating and contributing to the development of the homeland.

Phuong Thuy and Le Hoang