External information service showcases Vietnam's global standing

The 10th National External Information Service Awards ceremony took place at the Hanoi Opera House on the evening of December 3.

Featuring creative and modern presentation formats, this year’s submissions delved into a broad range of topics, including significant political, diplomatic, and cultural events, and the nation’s achievements across various fields.

In his remarks, Chairman of the Party Commission for Information and Education, Nguyen Trong Nghia, praised the significant contributions of external information efforts, particularly the workforce involved. Such efforts have helped strengthen the role, position, and prestige of the Party and the nation on the international stage, he noted.

This year, organizing committee received 1,289 entries, most of them belonging to the categories of print and online media, Vietnamese and foreign-language news sites, and television. The jury awarded 10 first, 20 second, 30 third, and 49 consolation prizes to outstanding entries.

The Vietnam News Agency emerged as the media organization with the highest number of submissions, winning two first, four second, six third and six consolation prizes./.