Vietnam News Agency calls for AI cooperation in journalism

Vu Viet Trang, president of the Vietnam News Agency (VNA), has called for strengthened international cooperation to address the opportunities and risks posed by artificial intelligence in journalism. Speaking at the VII World Media Summit in Beijing, Trang highlighted the VNA’s digital transformation efforts, including the use of AI for information gathering, translation, and data processing.

While acknowledging that AI can accelerate news production, Trang warned that the technology also speeds the spread of fake news and disinformation, which can undermine public trust. She emphasized that technology cannot replace journalists, whose professional judgment and responsibility remain essential.

To mitigate risks, Trang proposed establishing shared principles regarding truth, public trust, professional ethics, editorial responsibility, and transparency. She also advocated for copyright protection, equitable remuneration for journalistic content, and the development of common governance principles for AI in the media sector.