Winners of 17th National Press Awards announced

They included eight A, 24 B, 46 C and 45 consolation prizes, which had been selected from 157 entries.

A group of journalists from VietnamPlus - the online newspaper of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) won one A prize, and three others from the VNA claimed one B prize - the highest in the category of press photo.

Earlier, the judging panel said the entries fully and profoundly reflected the political, socio-economic and cultural affairs, defence, security and foreign relations of the country last year. Many works have shown in-depth analysis, critical perspectives, and positive social impact, displaying professionalism, attractiveness, and the spirit of modern journalism.

This is the noblest award honouring outstanding press works and journalists each year.

(Source: VNA)