The Public Security Ministry officially launched the An Ninh (Security) Television Channel (ANTV) on Dec. 11.

Public Security Minister Senior-Lieutenant-General Tran Dai Quang pressed the button to officially open the channel.

Speaking at the event, Quang underlined that the foundation of the People’s Police Television Channel had marked new developments of the police, ushering in new requirements for information, education and force building.

The channel will be broadcast nationally and abroad 24 hours a day via cablevision, digital and satellite on Vietnam Cable Television (VCTV), HCM City Cable Television (HTVC) and the Sai Gon Tourist Cable Television (SCTV).

ANTV is a channel dedicated to security forces that will explore news and other issues related to public order. It will provide viewers with a reliable and timely overview of public security information and encourage people to take responsibility for themselves, their families and communities.

Also on the occasion, a ceremony was held to celebrate the 65th anniversary of foundation of the People’s Police Newspaper./.