Volunteer artists from Ho Chi Minh City perform at the "Joining Hands for Our Compatriots" charity concert held at the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural Center - Photo: Organizing Committee.
The 14th National Congress of the Party is expected to further affirm the role of culture as the spiritual foundation of society, an endogenous driving force for sustainable development, and an important pillar of national soft power in the context of increasingly deep international integration.
MC Quynh Hoa: Connecting and supporting young artists.
As someone working in the arts, I am interested in strategies for developing human resources, culture, and creativity associated with young people, especially young artists. From there, we can spread Vietnamese cultural values in this new era, a time of national progress.
MC - Singer Quynh Hoa - Deputy Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Cultural Center, team leader of the Ho Chi Minh City Artist Volunteer Team - Photo: Provided by the artist
Ho Chi Minh City is considered a creative city, a major cultural and artistic center of the country. Through the 14th National Congress of the Party, I hope for specific, long-term policies for Ho Chi Minh City to inspire creativity, preserve and promote national traditions; and create an environment for the younger generation to train and contribute.
The Ho Chi Minh City Artist Volunteer Team currently has over 100 core artists who regularly participate in community and socio-political activities, with a particular focus on children.
From our experience, we have observed a growing number of young artists who are full of enthusiasm, energy, and a willingness to contribute to the community.
However, stable, long-term performance spaces are still lacking. We hope for specific cultural institutions that will transform these venues into platforms to help young talents develop their skills and expertise, and contribute to society.
In addition, relevant authorities could build a support network for young artists linked to their areas of expertise; establish a fund to support young creatives or a fund to nurture artistic talent.
MC Tan Tai: Placing culture and creativity in line with development potential.
Never before in the process of national construction and development have culture and creativity held such a prominent position and had such a clear impact on contemporary social life.
Editor and MC Vo Huynh Tan Tai - Ho Chi Minh City Radio and Television Station - Photo: Provided by the interviewee
The embodiment of culture and creativity is no longer confined to spaces like stages and events; these two fields are now present across multiple platforms and permeate almost all sectors.
The value of creativity and culture is no longer confined to spiritual life but has transformed into concrete figures, contributing to the country's economic development and shaping national identity in a globalized environment.
I expect the 14th National Congress of the Party to place culture and creativity in a key position through specific policies commensurate with the importance of these two fields, including making the creative industry a key sector, clearly defining the vision, strategy, and goals for each stage.
Alongside the cultural industry, there is a need for additional policies for those working in the creative industries to encourage their development in the right direction, provide them with opportunities for formal training, and create environments where they can showcase their talents and contribute.
Affirming the importance of culture and creativity not only motivates artists and creators to continue dedicating their labor to the country's development, but also provides a solid foundation for ecosystems in the cultural and creative industries to operate and continuously progress.
Meritorious Artist Trinh Quang Tung: Developing the nation's soft power.
Resolution 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture, recently issued, is a very positive sign; artists in general and documentary filmmakers like us in particular continue to have high expectations for the decisions on literature and art in general, and cinema in particular, at the upcoming 14th Party Congress. We hope that the new direction of the Party and State will create strong momentum and provide a foundation for artists to continue contributing to the overall development of national culture.
Meritorious Artist Trinh Quang Tung - Deputy General Director of the Central Documentary and Scientific Film Studio - Photo: Provided by the interviewee
From what I've observed, the national target program for cultural development for the period 2025-2035 is gradually being implemented. I think that with stronger, better, and more effective investment, and with a focused approach, culture will continue to develop and truly become a national soft power, creating endogenous strength and becoming a driving force for national development.
Specifically regarding the film industry, I believe that the core strength of Vietnamese cinema lies in telling "its own story," that is, stories about the history, the country, and the people of Vietnam. Encouraging and investing in these scripts will create works that reflect the spirit of the times and accurately portray Vietnam today.
At this congress, I expect that goal to be realized through concrete policies. More specific circulars and regulations are needed to create favorable conditions for innovation.
Policies need to focus on promotion and distribution so that films funded by the state budget can reach a wider audience, avoiding the waste of investment resources and the creative efforts of artists. On the other hand, cultural industry development projects and national goals should create opportunities for young people to access economic and technological resources to realize their aspirations.
Despite positive developments, the implementation of resolutions is sometimes slow and faces some obstacles. It is thought that, in order for policies to truly take effect and capitalize on the current "golden opportunity," a more decisive and vigorous involvement from all levels of management is needed to remove bottlenecks.
* Dancer Thu Hien: Bringing art closer to the people
As a young Party member and dancer, I am pleased to convey to the 14th Party Congress the unwavering faith of today's generation working in the field of dance.
Stage director and dancer Thu Hien - deputy head of the Bong Sen National Folk Music and Dance Theatre - Photo: Provided by the artist.
As General Secretary To Lam once emphasized: "Together we will rekindle our determination and confidence to enter an era of building a strong, prosperous, civilized, and happy nation." For us, that belief lies not in slogans, but in every step of our training, every performance, and every program that brings art closer to the people.
I hope the congress will continue to place culture as a "pillar of development," strongly concretizing the policy of developing cultural industries, cultural services, and performing arts as a new driving force for growth and identity; creating a mechanism for commissioning new, long-term works that connect heritage and contemporary art; standardizing training, remuneration, and occupational health protection; investing in performance facilities and digital transformation to bring dance into schools, tourism, and communities.
Singer Anh Tú: Music is not just for performing.
On the evening of January 16th, Anh Tú "Voi Bản Đôn" performed his newly composed song "Dear Party" for the first time at the program "Forever Faith in the Party" - a political and artistic program leading up to the 14th Party Congress, and also commemorating the 96th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of Vietnam.
This new composition marks another important milestone in the artist's artistic journey as he chooses to express the inner voice of a young artist in the face of significant national events. Previously, "Voi Bản Đôn" released songs he composed himself, joining in the shared joy of the A50 to A80 celebrations, such as "He is Ho Chi Minh," "Amidst Peace," etc.
Singer Anh Tú impressed with his self-composed song "Dear Party" - Photo: Organizing Committee
Anh Tú said, "Dear Party, this letter expresses profound gratitude to our ancestors and to the Party members for their contributions to the nation's peace; it is also the sincere voice of a young artist before history and his belief in the country's future."
Standing on the political stage, amidst a unique historical and political context, Anh Tú became even more aware of his responsibility, recognizing that music is not just for performance on stage, but also for spreading faith, gratitude, and a spirit of solidarity with the nation.
"Each artist has their own artistic path, but the indispensable commonality is patriotism. When art is nurtured by national pride and awareness of one's roots, the career path will be sustainable, more meaningful, and more valuable," he said.
"Dear Party" has a majestic and solemn melody, yet remains intimate and deeply personal, stemming from the artist's sincere emotions and gratitude towards the Vietnamese revolutionary history led by the Communist Party of Vietnam. The message of unity and great solidarity is also emphasized as a red thread running throughout the song, connecting people with the country, with the Party, and with a shared belief.
Anh Tú said he doesn't make grand promises about his future career. Instead, he chooses to live a decent, healthy life and pursue his profession seriously. For him, faith in the leadership of the Party and the State is demonstrated through concrete actions, from complying with the law and maintaining the image of an artist to creating positive and beneficial artistic products for society.
The right policy is measured by concrete change.
On the eve of the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, he expressed his hope that the country's major orientations in the new period would continue to prioritize improving the quality of life for the people, ensuring social justice, as well as access to education, healthcare, information, and development opportunities for vulnerable groups and disadvantaged areas.
Director Nguyen Duc De (second from the left) while making a documentary - Photo: DPCC
Documentary film aimed at vulnerable people.
Before transitioning to documentary filmmaking, journalist Nguyen Duc De worked in the news department of the former Ninh Thuan Radio and Television Station. He was invited to join VTV Phu Yen after winning numerous awards at the National Television Festival, including a gold medal for his documentary "Rich Land, Poor People" - his debut documentary work.
To date, director Nguyen Duc De has spent 15 years working as a documentary film director and screenwriter. He currently works at the Vietnam Television Center in Ho Chi Minh City. Many of his works have won awards at the Vietnam Film Festival, the Golden Kite Awards, the National Television Festival, the VTV Awards, the National Press Awards, and the Award for Combating Corruption, Negative Practices, and Waste.
Throughout his journey in pursuing this genre, his greatest concern has always been how to maintain authenticity and intimacy – core values indispensable to journalism and documentary filmmaking. This is a non-fiction genre that not only records events but also reflects the depth of social life and the human condition in very specific circumstances.
Mr. Đệ hopes that more and more works will get closer to the audience and the subjects, so that the subjects not only "appear" on screen but are truly listened to, understood, and speak in their own voices. Then, documentaries will not only be media products, but also repositories of the breath of life, genuine emotions, and stories that have the potential to remain in the viewer's memory for a long time.
People-centered
Having traveled extensively and observed much, director Nguyen Duc De observed that in recent years, the Party and the State have been implementing many humane policies and initiatives that deeply penetrate social life. Many vulnerable groups have received attention and support through concrete and practical actions.
He cited the recent "Quang Trung Campaign" as a prime example – seemingly mobilizing the entire political system to help people overcome the difficulties caused by historic floods, rebuild their homes, and resume their lives with peace of mind. This was an invaluable source of both material and spiritual support.
"Therefore, I hope that the 14th Party Congress will continue to strongly affirm the people-centered development path - not only in documents and resolutions, but also in the way policies are formulated and implemented," Mr. De said.
"As a documentary filmmaker, I've found that every sound policy isn't just present on paper, but is also measured by very concrete changes in people's lives," shared journalist and director Nguyen Duc De after 15 years of working in documentary filmmaking, focusing primarily on marginalized people in society.
For Nguyen Duc De, journalism and documentary filmmaking are not simply professional jobs, but a way to directly participate in the process of recording, reflecting, and preserving the memory of the country through each stage of development. He is one of two outstanding journalists from VTV who were honored by Party and State leaders at the event commemorating the 100th anniversary of Vietnamese revolutionary journalism, and one of nine exemplary delegates from VTV attending the 11th National Emulation Congress.
At the 2025 National Television Festival, two of his works won gold awards: the documentary "Don't Cry at the End of the Road, My Dear" and the report "When Children Become Tools for Making Money." This year, Nguyen Duc De also produced two special VTV films to celebrate the 50th and 80th anniversaries, along with a five-episode series in collaboration with the national television channel Cubavisión. The documentary "Clouds" is scheduled to air during the Lunar New Year 2026.
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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/phat-trien-dat-nuoc-gan-voi-van-hoa-va-sang-tao-20260118083107659.htm
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