Bổ sung, sửa đổi Luật Báo chí 2016 - để báo chí “gỡ khó” và phát triển

Alongside the development of economic life, the technological boom, and especially the impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the Vietnamese press finds itself in a new context filled with numerous opportunities and challenges. The regulations and legal framework in the field of journalism have previously provided a favorable environment for press development, serving the socio-economic and political life of the country. However, facing new historical conditions and the opportunities of the new era, there is a need for adjustments and updates to remain relevant. From the Press Law of 1989 to the subsequent amendments in 1999, 2002, and the further refinements in the Press Law of 2016, the proactive and progressive steps have shaped the regulatory landscape for press activities. The law not only facilitates press development but also encompasses and governs the scope and areas of journalistic expression within the framework of Vietnamese laws and constitution. After 7 years of implementation, amidst the significant changes in political and social landscapes under the influence of globalization, industrialization, and international integration accompanied by various new forms of press and media, the need for supplementing and amending the Press Law of 2016 has become essential and requires prompt consideration and adjustment