Vietnamese journalists visit Ho Chi Minh's revolutionary newspaper birthplace in Guangzhou

A group of Vietnamese journalists journeyed to Guangzhou, China, to visit the historic site where Ho Chi Minh established the Thanh Niên newspaper, the birthplace of Vietnam's revolutionary press. This visit, part of the Vietnam-China Friendship Journey, brought the delegation to the former headquarters of the Vietnamese Revolutionary Youth League.

Standing in the simple room where Ho Chi Minh once worked and trained early revolutionaries, the journalists felt a profound sense of emotion and pride. The preserved artifacts and historical documents at the site recount a difficult yet glorious period in Vietnam's history. It was here, in 1925, that Ho Chi Minh founded the Thanh Niên newspaper, which began publication on June 21, 1925. Despite operating under challenging and clandestine conditions, the newspaper's mission was to spread patriotism, revolutionary ideals, and the path to national liberation.

More than a century later, Vietnamese journalism has advanced significantly, embracing modern digital technologies. However, standing at this historical origin point, the visiting journalists shared a common sentiment: the fundamental values of journalism remain unchanged. These values are serving the nation, serving the people, and serving the truth. The article stresses that in the current digital era, with its explosion of information on social media, the role of journalism in providing reliable information is more critical than ever. The journalists acknowledged that while they no longer face wartime dangers, they confront new challenges in the digital age, underscoring the enduring importance of their profession.

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The core values of the journalism profession have not changed. That is serving the country, serving the people, and serving the truth.