Vietnam's revolutionary press in the digital age
On the occasion of the 101st anniversary of Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 - June 21, 2026), PetroTimes respectfully introduces an article by General Secretary and President To Lam titled "Vietnam Revolutionary Press in the digital age". The article offers profound perspectives on the role, position and mission of revolutionary journalism in the context of the 4.0 industrial revolution.
Affirming the role of revolutionary press
In the article, General Secretary and President To Lam affirmed that Vietnam's revolutionary press since its inception has always maintained and promoted good traditions, carrying out the noble mission of the Party and people. The press is a sharp tool of the Party, a bridge between the Party and the people, making an important contribution to the country's revolutionary cause.
The General Secretary emphasized: "In the digital age, Vietnam's revolutionary press needs to continue to promote good traditions, while constantly innovating and creating to meet the new requirements of the era, maintaining and enhancing its role and position in political and social life."
Challenges and opportunities in the digital age
The digital age brings revolutionary journalism both opportunities and challenges. Regarding opportunities, digital technology helps the press reach a wider and diverse audience, provide information quickly, diversify presentation forms, and facilitate two-way interaction. Regarding challenges, the context is complex with widespread, fake and hostile information taking advantage of cyberspace to sabotage and cause socio-political instability.
Development orientation for revolutionary journalism
To promote effectiveness in the digital age, General Secretary and President To Lam proposed development directions for revolutionary journalism:
- Maintain and enhance the revolutionary, political and ideological nature of the press
- Strong innovation in content, form, and method of operation
- Focus on applying digital technology and digital transformation of newspapers
- Improve the quality of journalistic human resources
- Strengthen cooperation and linkages at home and abroad
- Build and perfect institutions and policies for journalism in the digital age
Digital transformation in revolutionary journalism
Digital transformation is identified as the central task of revolutionary journalism in the digital age. The press needs to quickly adapt to the development trend of technology, applying artificial intelligence, big data, and information analysis to improve content quality and operational efficiency.
The General Secretary emphasized: "Digital transformation is not just a change in technology but a comprehensive change from thinking, strategy to organization and journalism process. Revolutionary journalism must take the lead in this process to maintain its position and role."
Analyze the current situation of revolutionary journalism
Below is an analysis of the current situation of Vietnam's revolutionary press:
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The role of the press in protecting national sovereignty
In the context of volatile world and regional situations, Vietnam's revolutionary press plays an important role in protecting national sovereignty, maintaining political security, and social order and safety. The press needs to actively fight against wrong and hostile views and spread positive information about the country and people of Vietnam.
General Secretary and President To Lam emphasized: "The revolutionary press must be a solid shield on the ideological front, the official and trustworthy voice of the Party and State, contributing to building great national unity and protecting the Party's ideological foundation."
Conclusion and future directions
At the end of the article, General Secretary and President To Lam called on the entire press industry to continue promoting good traditions, constantly innovating and creating to be worthy of the trust and love of the Party, State and people. Vietnam's revolutionary press in the digital age needs to maximize the power of digital technology to spread official, positive messages, contributing to the sustainable development of the country.
Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day, June 21 every year, is an opportunity for the entire journalism industry to review traditions, evaluate results, set development directions, and continue to strive to fulfill its noble mission in the new period.