Announcing media cooperation between Vietnam Television and China Central Radio and Television

Attending the ceremony were Alternate member of the Party Central Committee, Permanent Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Hai Binh; Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda and Education Commission Phan Xuan Thuy; General Director of Vietnam Television Nguyen Thanh Lam and leaders of a number of central departments, ministries and branches of Vietnam.

On the Chinese side, there was Mr. Than Hai Hung - Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department, General Director and Editor-in-Chief of China Central Radio and Television Station, and leaders of the Station.

Delegates attending the ceremony.

In a congratulatory letter sent to Vietnam Television and China Central Radio and Television on the occasion of the cooperation announcement ceremony, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized that television holds a special position in spreading accurate information, promoting the connection between the people of the two countries, and introducing the unique cultural values ​​of each nation in the spirit of respect and cooperation.

Vietnam Television and China Central Radio and Television, the main media agencies of the two Parties and two States, have performed this role very well.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh sent a congratulatory letter to the ceremony.

"I appreciate the close cooperation between the two stations in recent times, through joint projects in producing television content, documentaries and cultural and artistic exchange programs between the two countries. These projects not only bring media value, but also contribute to strengthening the foundation of friendship between the people of the two countries," wrote Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh.

According to the Prime Minister, the cultural similarities between Vietnam and China are an important factor in promoting cooperation and deepening the relationship between the two peoples. The role and responsibility of the two national television stations are extremely important in conveying the spirit of solidarity to the people.

"On the occasion of the Vietnam-China Humanitarian Exchange Year 2025, I hope that the two stations will proactively cooperate, continue to maintain their position as the official information channels of the country, promote the friendly neighborly relationship, comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, and build a Vietnam-China Community of Shared Future of strategic significance, in line with the aspirations of the people of the two countries," the Prime Minister wrote.

Permanent Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Hai Binh spoke at the ceremony.

Speaking at the ceremony, Permanent Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Le Hai Binh stated that in the context of the world being increasingly connected by globalization and technology, information and propaganda play an extremely important role in shaping social awareness, promoting mutual understanding between countries and strengthening trust between peoples.

Television is one of the most influential and sustainable mass media, not only playing a role in conveying information but also an important tool in preserving and promoting national cultural identity, strengthening people-to-people diplomacy, orienting public opinion and consolidating public trust.

Vietnam and China are two friendly neighboring countries, connected by mountains and rivers, with many cultural similarities. The good friendship and close brotherly affection between the people of Vietnam and China were painstakingly cultivated by President Ho Chi Minh and Chairman Mao Zedong. Today, under the leadership of General Secretary To Lam and General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping, we have the responsibility to join hands to preserve and pass it on to future generations. In that context, television of the two countries plays a very important role in spreading and consolidating that precious traditional friendship.

"I believe that the cooperation between the two national television stations of Vietnam and China is not simply about coordinating content production, exchanging programs, sharing experiences and technology, but also about in-depth cultural diplomacy, contributing to diversifying perspectives, promoting national identity, cultural heritage and typical lifestyles of each country, contributing to enhancing understanding between the two peoples, as well as promoting cooperation in many fields," Deputy Minister Le Hai Binh expressed.

General Director of Vietnam Television Nguyen Thanh Lam spoke at the ceremony.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Lam - General Director of Vietnam Television stated that through the specific cooperation projects launched today - from cooperation in producing documentaries, art exchange programs, thematic seminars, to cooperation in multi-platform digital content - the two national television stations not only promote cultural exchanges, create opportunities for the people of Vietnam and China to access and explore cultural values, traditions and modern achievements, enrich people's knowledge, but also contribute to building a solid foundation for the lasting friendship between the two countries.

According to General Director Nguyen Thanh Lam, the world is changing every day, the explosion of new technology trends such as artificial intelligence opens up new opportunities as well as challenges for the television industry. Today's audiences have become more diverse, with separate needs and desires. This forces television workers to transform and innovate to suit the tastes of the audience.

In this context, Vietnam National Television will continue to make efforts to apply technology to content production, enhance digital platforms to reach audiences in a more flexible, personalized and effective way. Vietnam National Television also hopes to learn and exchange experiences in applying artificial intelligence and building a comprehensive OTT ecosystem from China Central Radio and Television.

"We believe that the cooperation between VTV and CMG will not only stop at the Announcement Ceremony, at ideas, but will be realized through specific television programs. Together we will convey the brilliant, diverse images of our two countries - two peoples and two cultures, together telling traditional and modern stories, about preserving values ​​and developing future-oriented technology" - Mr. Nguyen Thanh Lam shared.

General Director and Editor-in-Chief of China Central Radio and Television Shen Haixiong speaks.

Sharing the same view, Mr. Than Hai Hung - Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Head of the Central Propaganda Department, General Director and Editor-in-Chief of China Central Radio and Television said: "This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of China-Vietnam diplomatic relations, which is also the Year of China-Vietnam Humanitarian Exchange. China Central Radio and Television and Vietnam Television will continue to cooperate in aspects such as content sharing, production cooperation, staff exchange, technical exchange, etc., and jointly organize many humanistic exchange activities such as "Journey of China-Vietnam Young Reporters Exchange", so that the small flow of exchange and cooperation between the media agencies of the two countries will form a large river of China-Vietnam friendly exchange".

Representatives of the two stations pressed the button to launch the 2025 Cooperation Activities, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations and the Vietnam - China Humanitarian Exchange Year.

Delegates take souvenir photos.

Through strategic cooperation programs, Vietnam Television and China Central Radio and Television hope to continue to spread, enhance understanding, connect people, develop sustainably, and make practical contributions to strengthening the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership between Vietnam and China./.

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/cong-bo-hop-tac-truyen-thong-giua-dai-truyen-hinh-viet-nam-va-dai-phat-thanh-truyen-hinh-trung-uong-trung-quoc-20250414163645433.htm