The exhibition is being held to mark the 100th anniversary of the Vietnamese Revolutionary Press Day (June 21, 1925 – June 21, 2025). It is taking place from June 18 to 21 at the headquarters of Nhan Dan Newspaper, 71 Hang Trong Street, Hoan Kiem District, Ha Noi.
From physical to virtual spaces
Upon entering the exhibition space, visitors are taken on a journey through the history of journalism in Viet Nam. From secret underground printing presses and fierce battlefields to modern newsrooms, the evolution of the press is brought to life. Highlights include outstanding journalistic works, archival video footage, and multimedia products, all showcasing the development of journalism in the digital era.
The exhibition also features valuable documents, images, and artefacts relating to early publications such as Thanh Nien and Viet Nam Doc Lap, as well as editions from the resistance and renovation periods.
According to journalist Vu Mai Hoang, Head of the Technology Department at Nhan Dan Newspaper, the organising team has integrated technological elements throughout the exhibition. Each section includes QR codes which visitors can scan to access a newly launched special page dedicated to Vietnamese Revolutionary Press on Nhan Dan Newspaper’s online platform.
“From the physical exhibition to the online special page, all elements reflect the century-long development of Revolutionary Journalism in Viet Nam. In addition, visitors can explore the Nhan Dan Newspaper’s tradition room in person or experience it virtually,” journalist Vu Mai Hoang shared.
One of the standout features of the exhibition is the “Nhan Dan Reading Station”. Here, visitors can browse a wide range of the newspaper’s publications and hold in their hands the popular supplements that have been highly sought after, especially by younger readers. “The Nhan Dan Reading Station model is expected to be rolled out nationwide,” added journalist Vu Mai Hoang.
From the physical exhibition to the special online page, the entire display offers a comprehensive look at the development of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press over the past century. Visitors also have the opportunity to discover Nhan Dan Newspaper’s tradition room in real life as well as through a virtual environment.
According to journalist Vu Mai Hoang, in an era of rapid digital media development, print journalism often receives less attention than its multimedia counterparts. One of the ways Nhan Dan Newspaper is working to reconnect print with readers is by integrating technological elements.
For example, in a special supplement released on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, readers could, with just a few taps on their phones, explore wartime imagery and view scaled-down battlefield maps in a vivid virtual space. This combination has created a completely new experience for the public.
Through activities such as book launches, special publications, and exhibitions, the team at Nhan Dan Newspaper hopes to contribute in some small way to the development of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press.
Journalist Vu Mai Hoang,
Head of the Technology Department at Nhan Dan Newspaper
Evolution of Nhan Dan Newspaper through eyes of young people
Visiting the “Nhan Dan Newspaper in the flow of 100 years of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press” exhibition on its opening day, Nguyen Thi Hong Ngoc, a first-year student at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam’s Faculty of International Communication and Culture, expressed her enthusiasm for the materials on display.
“The exhibition presents a comprehensive and systematic overview of key milestones in the history of revolutionary journalism. It allows viewers to understand the development of the press from past to present. This process further highlights the prominent role of Nhan Dan Newspaper in Vietnamese journalism, especially as the paper continues to improve in content and quality while expanding its multilingual reach,” Hong Ngoc told reporters.
Reflecting on the recent innovations at Nhan Dan Newspaper, Hong Ngoc emphasised her appreciation for the evolving content.
“While the paper continues to focus on political reporting, Nhan Dan Newspaper now also offers more accessible and in-depth coverage of cultural and social issues. Alongside the growing trend of collecting printed newspapers, this engaging content is attracting more Gen Z readers to the paper,” she added.
Cao Linh Chi, another first-year student at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, shared similar sentiments during her visit to the exhibition. “Through its special publications, unique events, and thought-provoking exhibitions, Nhan Dan Newspaper has sparked curiosity among young people, encouraging us to explore the content it offers.”
“We came to the exhibition to find out why Nhan Dan’s content is so ‘hot’ these days. After touring the displays and physically interacting with the publications, including Nhan Dan daily, Nhan Dan Weekend, Nhan Dan Monthly, Nhan Dan Online, and Thoi Nay Newspaper, we found our answer in the meticulous and creative presentation of each printed page,” Linh Chi shared.
This time around, Linh Chi and her friends were particularly impressed by the colours and layout of the exhibition space.
“Using red and yellow, the colours of Vietnam’s national flag, as the primary palette, the exhibition is designed with a minimalist yet purposeful arrangement. This layout not only makes a strong visual impression but also allows visitors to immerse themselves in a journey through the history of journalism,” Linh Chi added.
The “Nhan Dan Newspaper in the flow of 100 years of Vietnamese Revolutionary Press” exhibition not only preserves historical memory but also serves as a bridge connecting the public with the cultural, ideological, and professional values of Viet Nam’s revolutionary press.
