17th National Radio Festival opens in Quang Ninh

The opening night was linked to the art program “Sounds of a New Era”, which attracted around 50,000 spectators.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Trinh Van Quyet, Head of the Central Commission for Communication, Education and Mass Mobilization stressed that the event has a great significance. He said this year’s theme reflects the determination and close follow‑through of the Vietnamese radio sector in supporting the country’s development cause.

The official stressed that Vietnamese radio must become a powerful channel for disseminating positive values and championing innovative thinking, nurturing a spirit of initiative, creativity and bold reform for the common good.

In his opening remarks, Do Tien Sy, Director General of the Voice of Viet Nam (VOV), stated that in the era of multi-platform media, radio is no longer just about listening but about the experience, not merely about delivering information but also about fostering emotional connection.

This requires radio professionals to adopt innovative approaches, enhance their capabilities, master new technologies, and create content to meet the ever-increasing demands of listeners.

The festival brings together 34 provincial and municipal press and radio-television agencies, the Military Radio-Television Centre, the Public Security Communications Department, and media organizations from across the country, with nearly 350 entries submitted across various categories.

Notably, amid the rapid digital transformation of journalism, this year’s festival features nearly 100 podcast entries, reflecting the growing multi-platform reach of audio content and marking the establishment of podcasts as a dedicated category of the festival.

The 17th National Broadcasting Festival runs from April 11 to 13. The Organizing Board has received a total of 345 works, including 26 live radio programs, 97 podcast works, 84 features and investigative reports, 49 ethnic‑language programs, 40 in‑depth special programs, 28 “Golden Voice” works, and 21 nominations for outstanding sound technicians. The Organizing Board plans to award 220 prizes across all categories.

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