Journalist Ngo Minh Tuan highlighted declining public engagement with news as the biggest challenge facing the Vietnamese press. He voiced this opinion during a discussion titled “Promoting the Role of the Press in Protecting the Party’s Ideological Foundation” at the National Press Festival 2026 in Hai Phong on June 20th. The discussion focused on the press’s role in upholding ideological principles. Tuan’s statement suggests a concern within the Vietnamese media landscape regarding its ability to reach and resonate with the public. The National Press Festival serves as a platform for journalists to discuss key issues and strategies for the industry. This challenge of public engagement was identified as paramount during the event. The festival aims to strengthen the press’s contribution to national development and ideological stability.