Cuba's Prensa Latina official hails VNA as bridge of friendship among nations
Alejandro Gomez Vega, Vice President of Cuba's Prensa Latina news agency, has hailed the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) as a bridge of friendship, fostering friendship and mutual understanding between Vietnam and nations worldwide, including Cuba.
Alejandro Gomez Vega, Vice President of Cuba's Prensa Latina news agency and Editor-in-Chief of Vietnam Pictorial Nguyen Thang sign a cooperation agreement on printing and distributing the Spanish-language edition of Vietnam Pictorial on September 25, 2023. (Photo: VNA)
Havana (VNA) – Alejandro Gom🌞ez Vega, Vice President of Cuba's Prensa Latina news agency, has hailed the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) as a bridge of friendship, fostering friendship and mutual understanding between Vietnam and nations worldwide, including Cuba.
Talking with Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondents in Havana on the occasion of the VNA’s 80th founding anniversary and the 65th anniversary of Vietnam–Cuba diplomatic ties, Vega recalled that since Vietnam’s fight against French colonialism, the VNA has been a key information bridge for the Vietnamese Party, State, and people.
He noted the VNA is not only a national news agency with an extensive network of bureaus at home and abroad, but also an important source of information covering Vietnam's major events and achievements across various areas.
He praised the VNA’s role in raising mutual understanding among peoples, particularly the enduring friendship between Vietnam and Cuba, which has been reinforced through various training and media exchanges.
Vega spoke of Vietnamese journalists who studied in Cuba, describing them as trailblazers who have kept this fraternal bond alive. One of the VNA’s important missions, he said, is to continue advancing this close relationship.
On the global stage, he underscored the VNA’s standing in international and regional media ecosystems, especially in Latin America. With bureaus in 30 countries and coverage across Vietnamese localities, the VNA delivers fast, trustworthy updates on global and regional developments. In Latin America, it enjoys a large readership, with hundreds of thousands hooked on its news wires and special publications, including the Vietnam Pictorial section of the news website.
The partnership between the VNA and Prensa Latina, Vega recounted, is a story of endurance, born in the crucible of wartime solidarity and sustained through current cooperation agreements. He acknowledged the successes they have shared but was quick to point out the untapped potential, particularly in the exchange of news, photos, videos, and other media that could amplify the reach of both agencies.
Looking forward, Vega struck a note of optimism, urging the two news agencies to deepen their partnership and explore new opportunities to serve their audiences and contribute to global development./.
The VNA today not only performs the communication tasks assigned by the Party and State but also meets the diverse information needs of media outlets and the general public at home and abroad, staying ready to accompany the country in the new era, said Vietnamese Ambassador to China Pham Thanh Binh.
As a trusted and strategic information supplier of the Party, State, and people, the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) continues to accompany Vietnam as the country steps into a new era – that of the nation's rise.
The booth also features artefacts, bulletins, and images tied to the nation’s and VNA’s milestones, such as the Declaration of Independence broadcast in Vietnamese, English, and French to the world on September 15, 1945 – the very first bulletin marking the birth of the Viet Nam Thong Tan Xa (VNTTX, now the VNA).
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The Cambodian journalist said he prefers citing the VNA because of its role as Vietnam’s national news agency, entrusted for decades with delivering official information on the Vietnamese Party, State, and Government’s policies, guidelines and laws during wartime or peacetime.
The VNA provides multimedia news in many languages, and its reports on Vietnam are widely used and have certain influence in the world, according to a Chinese journalist.
The official praised the VNA’s content quality, presentation methods, as well as timely and diverse coverage, particularly major political and diplomatic events between the two countries.
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The official likened the VNA to Vietnam’s unofficial embassy, stressing that this is very important, as in its role, the agency can deliver information from all corners, engage in exchanges, and access diverse sources of information.
Ling, who is also a former chief representative of China's Xinhua News Agency in Hanoi, affirmed that the VNA has played a vital role in guiding public opinion and significantly contributed to Vietnam’s achievements in nearly 40 years of the “Doi moi” (renewal) process.
Farmers across Quang Ninh province are stepping up efforts to protect the environment, with the chapters of the provincial Farmers' Union adopting creative and practical initiatives that have raised awareness and responsibility among members.
Sokmom Nimul, Director General of Cambodia's national news agency AKP, emphasised that the VNA has always played a significant role in Vietnam’s press system. Since its establishment on September 15, 1945, the agency has served as the official voice of the Party and State, disseminating policies, statements, decisions, and viewpoints to all sectors of Vietnamese society.
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The partnership demonstrates the shared commitment to using technology to improve the welfare for Vietnamese children, ensuring they remain at the centre of every effort.
Emulation movements launched across the Vietnam News Agency have spread to every unit and employee, creating momentum for all to contribute to the shared mission of building the VNA as a trusted strategic information centre of the Party and State.
Delegates affirmed their commitment to upholding the ideals of President Ho Chi Minh, drawing strength from his teachings to overcome difficulties, foster unity, and mobilise resources for national development.
As VNA marks its 80th anniversary, reflecting on these streets strengthens current generations’ pride and gratitude for those who sacrificed for the agency — honoured three times as Hero of the Armed Forces and Hero of Labour in the Doi Moi era for their monumental contributions and dedication to national liberation and revolutionary journalism.
Kyodo News President Toshimitsu Sawai emphasised that the VNA’s coverage is regarded as the most authoritative source on Vietnam. He highlighted its adaptability in an evolving media landscape, especially its application of AI and other state-of-the art technologies in the editorial work.
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Over the past 80 years, the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) has been growing continuously and affirmed its role as the national news agency. Beyond being a leader in the domestic media network, the VNA has also become a respected international news agency, earning global recognition through its extensive partnerships, award-winning works, and steadfast presence in the world’s hotspots.
The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) is among the pioneering news agencies in the Asia-Pacific region in digital transformation and innovation, particularly in the application of artificial intelligence (AI), according to Hwang Dae-il, President of the Republic of Korea’s Yonhap News Agency.
Over the years, the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) and Prensa Latina (PL) have worked closely to inform the world about developments in Vietnam and Cuba, as well as their joint efforts for growth. In difficult times, PL supported the VNA without hesitation, and today the VNA is extending the same solidarity to help PL advance.
