Voice of Vietnam publishes book to celebrate 80th anniversary

On the morning of September 4, at the National Radio Center (Hanoi), Voice of Vietnam (VOV) held a book launch ceremony 'Voice of Vietnam - 80 years accompanying the country', on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of its founding (September 7, 1945 - September 7, 2025).

The book Voice of Vietnam - 80 years accompanying the country

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The publication Voice of Vietnam - 80 years accompanying the country is published by VOV in collaboration with the National Political Publishing House Truth. The book inherits the publication 70 years of Voice of Vietnam (1945 - 2015) and adds many documents, images, and stories from the period 2015 - 2025, the decade marking VOV's remarkable growth in the context of strong changes in global media.

What's in the book 'Voice of Vietnam - 80 years accompanying the country'?

With a capacity of nearly 500 pages, the book focuses on three contents: Recreating the tradition and the courage to overcome difficulties in 80 years of construction and development, affirming the position of VOV in the heart of the nation; Reflecting the attachment and dedication of many generations of cadres, reporters, and technicians, with the mission of connecting the Party's will with the people's hearts; Orienting the development strategy in the digital age, on the threshold of a new stage of the country.

Mr. Do Tien Sy, General Director of Voice of Vietnam Radio presented books to generations of leaders of the station.

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Journalist Vu Duy, a member of the editorial board, said: "The book retains the basic content of the book 70 years, while adding a section about the period 2015 - 2025 and the column 'Echoes of the Voice of Vietnam' with opinions of Party and State leaders, artists, intellectuals, and the public at home and abroad talking about VOV".

A new highlight is the QR code section, which helps readers access more information about the development stages, affiliated units, leadership team and awards. In addition, the section “Uncle Ho’s Stories with the Voice of Vietnam” is carefully compiled, reflecting his feelings and concern for the station.

The book is published in paper and online versions.

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During the compilation process, despite facing difficulties in source materials, especially during the resistance period, the compilation team still adhered to scientific principles, objectively comparing events and characters. Many letters and articles from the public expressing their feelings for VOV through the ages were also included, reflecting the bond between the station and its listeners.

Editor Nguyen Thi Trang (National Political Publishing House Truth) said: “The book vividly depicts 80 years of accompanying the country, reflecting Vietnam’s economic and social life through each period, showing that VOV has always accompanied from the era of independence to the era of the country’s rise”. She said the editing process was based on comparing official documents of the Party and State such as Ho Chi Minh Complete Works, Complete Party Documents, Government History, National Assembly documents ... to ensure accuracy, representativeness and historical value.

Mr. Pham Manh Hung, Deputy General Director of VOV, spoke at the book launch ceremony Voice of Vietnam - 80 years of accompanying the country

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Journalist Pham Manh Hung, Deputy General Director of VOV, emphasized: “Through the book, it can be seen that at every important moment of the country, there is the companionship and reflection of the Voice of Vietnam... The publication is published with the aim of looking back at history, affirming the role of the station in the revolutionary cause and development of the country, and at the same time honoring the glorious contributions to the history of 100 years of Vietnamese revolutionary journalism”.

Each page of the book not only contains facts and images but also stories, memories and emotions of the people involved. Through this, the public can better visualize the process of formation and development of the station, associated with the 80-year history of steadfastness for the independence, freedom and happiness of the nation. The publication also hopes to inspire the younger generation, who will continue the broadcasting career.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/dai-tieng-noi-viet-nam-ra-sach-ky-niem-80-nam-thanh-lap-185250904125857895.htm