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The Star
19-06-2025
- Politics
- The Star
National Press Festival celebrates 100 years of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press
HANOI: The 2025 National Press Festival officially opened on Thursday (June 19) at the National Convention Centre in Hanoi under the theme 'Vietnamese Press – Loyalty, Creativity, Bravery, Innovation for National Construction and Defence'. The event marks a major political and cultural milestone as the country celebrates 100 years of revolutionary journalism (June 21, 1925–2025). Speaking at the opening ceremony, Nguyen Trong Nghia, Politburo member and Head of the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation, said that the Vietnamese revolutionary press had always fulfilled its sacred mission – to accompany the nation, serve the Fatherland, and speak for the people. Journalism, he said, had long been a trusted voice of the Party and State, a vital bridge between Party ideology and public sentiment, and a mirror reflecting the aspirations of society. "It is a key platform for spreading humanistic values, promoting what is good and just, and firmly defending the Party's ideological foundation against distorted and hostile views." Nghia praised this year's festival as a vivid symbol of continuity and progress, from traditional print to digital, from pen and paper to artificial intelligence and big data. The exhibits and technology applications demonstrate how the press has evolved across formats: print, radio, television, online, and multi-platform journalism. As Vietnam embraces rapid technological change and administrative reform, journalism must also adapt. Nghia urged journalists and news agencies to foster professional growth, strengthen political integrity, and embrace digital transformation to innovate content creation and distribution. 'Innovation must be the engine, technology the tool to elevate Vietnamese journalism,' he said. 'We must boldly rethink leadership models, editorial processes, and public engagement strategies.' Organised by the Vietnam Journalists Association in coordination with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and other central and local agencies, the 2025 festival is a special event commemorating the centennial of Vietnamese revolutionary journalism. This year's edition features over 130 display booths from more than 124 media outlets nationwide. A major highlight is a dedicated centrepiece exhibition titled '100 Years of Revolutionary Journalism in Vietnam: Achievements and Development Trends in the New Era'. More than 500 digitised artefacts, photographs and historical documents have been curated to trace the profession's century-long journey. Professional forums are a key part of the programme, notably the second National Press Forum, which includes ten in-depth panel discussions on pressing topics such as journalism's role in the digital age, artificial intelligence in editorial strategy, data journalism, broadcasting and radio innovation, Gen Z engagement, revenue models, and newsroom leadership. Distinguished Vietnamese and international journalists and media experts are taking part. Alongside professional exchange, the festival offers vibrant side events, including the fourth 'Journalists & Public Opinion Cup' football tournament and interactive exhibitions with entertainment and cultural performances. Outstanding booths, activities, and journalistic products across all formats will be honoured through official awards. Le Quoc Minh, Member of the Party Central Committee, Deputy Head of the Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation, Editor-in-Chief of Nhan Dan newspaper, and Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association, said "the guiding theme – loyalty, creativity, bravery, innovation – is the compass for the press as the country steps into a new era". 'Journalism must be at the forefront of spreading positive values, encouraging patriotism and national solidarity, and strengthening collective resolve toward a strong, prosperous and sovereign Vietnam,' Minh said. During the opening, Nguyen Trong Nghia and other leaders jointly launched a special commemorative stamp set marking the 100th anniversary of Vietnamese Revolutionary Journalism and signed a collective commemorative stamp artwork dedicated to the occasion. - Vietnam News/ANN
Axios
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Axios
North Korea detains 4 officials over failed warship launch
Officials in North Korea detained four officials over the failed launch of a new warship last week in the northeastern port city of Chongjin, per state media. The big picture: The incident last Thursday that analysts said left the 5,000-ton destroyer badly damaged drew a rare public rebuke from North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who described the mishap as a "criminal act." Details: Officials detained Ri Hyong Son, vice department director of the Munitions Industry Department of the Party Central Committee, reported the state-run Rodong Sinmun newspaper on Monday, which said he "was greatly responsible for the occurrence of the serious accident." Rodong Sinmun reported earlier the detention of three others: Kang Jong Chol, chief engineer of the Chongjin Shipyard; Han Kyong Hak, head of the hull construction workshop; and Kim Yong Hak, deputy manager for administrative affairs.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
North Korea arrests four over failed warship launch as images show vessel shielded from prying eyes
North Korea has arrested four people it claims bear responsibility for a launch accident last week that left leader Kim Jong Un's newest warship lying on its side and partially submerged in a shipyard, state-run media has reported. The four people detained included Ri Hyong Son, vice department director of the Munitions Industry Department of the Party Central Committee, 'who was greatly responsible for the occurrence of the serious accident,' a report from the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Monday said. On Sunday, KCNA said three others had been detained: Kang Jong Chol, chief engineer of the Chongjin Shipyard where the accident occurred, Han Kyong Hak, head of the hull construction workshop, and Kim Yong Hak, deputy manager for administrative affairs. Kim last week called the botched launch, which he witnessed, 'a criminal act' and vowed to punish those responsible. Last Wednesday's accident resulted from a malfunction in the launch mechanism that caused the stern of the as-yet unnamed 5,000-ton destroyer to slide prematurely into the water, crushing parts of the hull and leaving the bow stranded on the shipway, KCNA reported on Thursday in a rare admission of fault from an otherwise highly secretive state. State media reported on Friday that the damage to the warship was less than North Korea's initial estimate, saying there were no holes in the hull, although it was scratched along the starboard side. It also said 'a certain amount of seawater flowed into the stern section.' Repairs could take about 10 days, the report said. Though analysts are skeptical. Kim had ordered the destroyer to be restored before the late June plenary session of the ruling Workers' Party, calling the matter one of national honor. Satellite imagery shows most of the warship covered in blue tarps at the launch site, making it difficult for experts to determine the full extent of the damage it suffered. But analyst Carl Schuster, a former US Navy captain, said repair work could take up to six months, well beyond Kim's June target. 'If the hull damage extends across the ship's port side covered by the tarp, then we are looking at four to six months of repair work,' he said. Repairs could be complicated depending on the amount of sea water that entered the warship, according to Schuster. The interior of the ship would need to be thoroughly flushed with fresh water and then dried to prevent 'salt crust' from forming on metal surfaces, he said. 'If it gets into joints and things, then it becomes destructive,' Schuster said. But the flushing work cannot begin until the ship is righted and any holes in the hull are patched, he said. KCNA reported Monday that 'the work for completely restoring the balance of the warship is being actively conducted,' but it did not give a timeline. Satellite images from Maxar Technologies taken Sunday and supplied to CNN showed the ship still on its side, still mostly covered in blue tarps as smaller boats swarmed around it. South Korean lawmaker and defense analyst Yu Yong-weon said last week that rushing the launch of the ship likely led to the problems encountered on Wednesday and warned hasty repairs could cause more problems down the line. Schuster echoed that thinking, saying optics may be more important than military value to the Kim regime. 'If Kim Jong Un says, 'I want that ship fitted out in six months,' they'll take shortcuts to make it happen. And usually when you do that you wind up with a ship that's not, shall we say optimal for operations? But it meets the propaganda criteria.' CNN's Yoonjung Seo and Gawon Bae contributed to this report.
Eyewitness News
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
N. Korea detains another official over warship launch accident
SEOUL - North Korea has detained another official over last week's failed launch of a warship, which damaged the 5,000-ton naval destroyer, state media reported Monday. Pyongyang announced "a serious accident" at Wednesday's launch ceremony, which crushed sections of the bottom of the newly built destroyer. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called the mishap a "criminal act caused by absolute carelessness". Ri Hyong Son, vice department director of the Munitions Industry Department of the Party Central Committee, was summoned and detained Sunday, the Korean Central News Agency reported. He was "greatly responsible for the occurrence of the serious accident", it said. Ri is the fourth person reportedly detained in connection with the accident, following the detention of three individuals over the weekend, including the chief engineer at the shipyard. KCNA reported on Friday that shipyard manager Hong Kil Ho had been summoned by law enforcement "At the scene of the destroyer launch accident, the work for completely restoring the balance of the warship is being actively conducted," KCNA said, adding that it is done "according to its schedule." READ: North Korea's Kim holds security meeting over drone flights South Korea's military said that Washington and Seoul's intelligence authorities had assessed that North Korea's "side-launch attempt" of the ship failed, and the vessel was left listing in the water. KCNA, however, reported that an "underwater and internal inspection of the warship confirmed that, unlike the initial announcement, there were no holes made at the warship's bottom", calling the extent of the damage "not serious". The South Korean military estimated that based on its size and scale, the newly built warship is similarly equipped to the 5,000-ton destroyer-class vessel Choe Hyon, which North Korea unveiled last month. Pyongyang has said the Choe Hyon is equipped with the "most powerful weapons", and that it would "enter into operation early next year". Seoul's military has said the Choe Hyon could have been developed with Russian help, possibly in exchange for Pyongyang deploying thousands of troops to help Moscow fight Ukraine.
Saudi Gazette
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
North Korea arrests four over failed warship launch
SEOUL — North Korea has arrested four people it claims bear responsibility for a launch accident last week that left leader Kim Jong Un's newest warship lying on its side and partially submerged in a shipyard, state-run media has reported. The four people detained included Ri Hyong Son, vice department director of the Munitions Industry Department of the Party Central Committee, 'who was greatly responsible for the occurrence of the serious accident,' a report from the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) on Monday said. On Sunday, KCNA said three others had been detained: Kang Jong Chol, chief engineer of the Chongjin Shipyard where the accident occurred, Han Kyong Hak, head of the hull construction workshop, and Kim Yong Hak, deputy manager for administrative affairs. Kim last week called the botched launch, which he witnessed, 'a criminal act' and vowed to punish those responsible. Last Wednesday's accident resulted from a malfunction in the launch mechanism that caused the stern of the as-yet unnamed 5,000-ton destroyer to slide prematurely into the water, crushing parts of the hull and leaving the bow stranded on the shipway, KCNA reported on Thursday in a rare admission of fault from an otherwise highly secretive state. State media reported on Friday that the damage to the warship was less than North Korea's initial estimate, saying there were no holes in the hull, although it was scratched along the starboard side. It also said 'a certain amount of seawater flowed into the stern section.'Repairs could take about 10 days, the report said. Though analysts are had ordered the destroyer to be restored before the late June plenary session of the ruling Workers' Party, calling the matter one of national imagery shows most of the warship covered in blue tarps at the launch site, making it difficult for experts to determine the full extent of the damage it analyst Carl Schuster, a former US Navy captain, said repair work could take up to six months, well beyond Kim's June target.'If the hull damage extends across the ship's port side covered by the tarp, then we are looking at four to six months of repair work,' he could be complicated depending on the amount of sea water that entered the warship, according to interior of the ship would need to be thoroughly flushed with fresh water and then dried to prevent 'salt crust' from forming on metal surfaces, he said.'If it gets into joints and things, then it becomes destructive,' Schuster the flushing work cannot begin until the ship is righted and any holes in the hull are patched, he reported Monday that 'the work for completely restoring the balance of the warship is being actively conducted,' but it did not give a images from Maxar Technologies taken Sunday and supplied to CNN showed the ship still on its side, still mostly covered in blue tarps as smaller boats swarmed around Korean lawmaker and defense analyst Yu Yong-weon said last week that rushing the launch of the ship likely led to the problems encountered on Wednesday and warned hasty repairs could cause more problems down the echoed that thinking, saying optics may be more important than military value to the Kim regime.'If Kim Jong Un says, 'I want that ship fitted out in six months,' they'll take shortcuts to make it happen. And usually when you do that you wind up with a ship that's not, shall we say optimal for operations? But it meets the propaganda criteria.' — CNN
