Strict with acts of taking advantage of the press to do wrong things

On the morning of February 6, in Hanoi, the Central Propaganda Department coordinated with the Ministry of Information and Communications, the Vietnam Journalists Association, and Vietnam Television to organize the Spring Press Conference of Mau Tuat 2018.

Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department Pham Van Linh emphasized that after many years, our country has had another year that has created excitement throughout society. All 13/13 socio-economic development targets have been achieved, especially in GDP growth, the average living standard has increased to nearly 2,400 USD/person... Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department also affirmed that many of the country's achievements, thanks to the press informing society, have made the people happy.

Also at the meeting, the Central Propaganda Department affirmed that it does not want a bland press, does not want a meeting lacking information.

One of the points highlighted by the delegates was that in the difficult and challenging conditions of 2017, journalism has made positive changes, achieving important and comprehensive results. These results demonstrate the sense of responsibility and the remarkable creative efforts of journalists across the country.

Many journalists have not been afraid of difficulties, being present at the forefront of the storm, in the most difficult and arduous places to promptly reflect and report on important events of the country. Some journalists have sacrificed their lives, overcoming the threats of evil forces to fulfill the mission of a true journalist.

Regarding the propaganda orientation in the coming time, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department Pham Van Linh suggested that press agencies continue to provide bold information about Tet preparations for people at all levels, sectors and localities; reflecting the exciting and cheerful atmosphere of people during Tet. The press needs new approaches and information that closely follows social life.

The Central Propaganda Department also encourages new perspectives and new discoveries, focusing more on especially difficult places, border islands, and places with political missions. The press also needs to develop new programs, bringing the messages of the Party's leaders.yes,Nbring the country to the masses; criticize the bad, the ugly, and the offensive issues in cultural activities, festivals, and holidays./.

Hoang Thai