About the Journal

1. HISTORY OF DEVELOPMENT

On August 26, 1993, the Ministry of Culture and Information signed document No. 2554/BC, authorizing the Academy of Journalism and Communication to publish a newsletter titled "Journalism and Propaganda – Theoretical and Professional Information." This quarterly internal newsletter contained information on "announcing and exchanging information on the fields within the Academy's training disciplines, summarizing research results in these fields, contributing to the provision and dissemination of the Party and State's educational and propaganda content, and exchanging professional content and experience within the industry."

The Press and Propaganda Information Bulletin published three issues in late 1993 and early 1994. This was an initial experimental period leading to the creation of future publications. From this point, the Academy established the structure of the bulletin's sections and mastheads, developed the working procedures and regulations of the Editorial Board, built a team of contributors and editors, and established the initial facilities for the bulletin. Although the first issues were still lacking in content and the presentation and printing were not aesthetically pleasing, they brought a new impetus to the Academy's research and learning activities. Many valuable scientific research results were selected and published. The school's educational and training work, as well as exemplary figures in teaching and learning, were reflected in the bulletin.

On August 13, 1994, the Academy was granted publishing license No. 2214/BC.GPXB by the Ministry of Culture and Information, transforming the informational bulletin "Journalism and Propaganda" into the Academy's official journal, the Journal of Journalism and Propaganda. The Journal of Journalism and Propaganda was also assigned ISSN 0868-3484 by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment. The first issue was published at the end of 1994, with a bi-monthly publication of 48 printed pages and a circulation of 1,200 copies per issue. Associate Professor, Dr. To Huy Rua was the first Editor-in-Chief of the Journal. In November 2006, the Journal of Journalism and Propaganda was renamed the Journal of Political Theory and Communication and is now published monthly.

On April 13, 2021, the Ministry of Information and Communications issued License No. 213/GP-BTTTT, authorizing the Journal of Political Theory and Communication of the Academy of Journalism and Communication to publish a regular Vietnamese print journal (12 issues/year); a Vietnamese print journal with special issues (2 issues/year); an English print journal with 2 issues/year; and an electronic journal. These are significant milestones, marking the journal's growth and development over more than 26 years.

On August 6, 2021, the National Science and Technology Information Agency issued Official Letter No. 22/TTKHCN-ISSN, and the Ministry of Science and Technology granted International Standard ISSN numbers to three serial publications of the Journal. Accordingly, the Journal now has five publications as follows:

1. Regular Vietnamese-language print journal, 12 issues/year, ISSN: 1859-1485

2. Specialized Vietnamese-language print journal, 2 issues/year, ISSN: 1859-1485

3. English-language print journal: Journal of Political Theory and Communication, ISSN: 2734-9772

4. English-language electronic journal: Journal of Political Theory and Communication, domain https://en.lyluanchinhtrivatruyenthong.vn, ISSN: 2734-9780

5. Vietnamese-language electronic journal, domain https://lyluanchinhtrivatruyenthong.vn, ISSN: 2734-9764

In accordance with Circular No. 27/2025/TT-BKHCN dated October 31, 2025, of the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Journal of Political Theory and Communication has updated and standardized the journal's introductory information and scientific article data for 05 journal products on the Vietnam Journals Online (VJOL) system of the Information and Statistics Department, Ministry of Science and Technology. The updated content includes general information about the journal, publication policy, editorial and peer review procedures, as well as bibliographic data and full texts of scientific articles.

Updating data on VJOL contributes to ensuring the ability to search, exploit, and connect scientific article data of the Journal on the national science, technology, and innovation information system; and at the same time serves the work of reviewing, evaluating, and ranking Vietnamese scientific journals according to the new regulations.

The journal continues to review, supplement, and regularly update operational information, article data, and related content on VJOL, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and consistency with data published on the journal's official publishing platforms.

The Journal of Political Theory and Communication is one of the prestigious and high-quality journals in Vietnam, with a database at the International ISSN Center, domain name: https://portal.issn.org/.

2. FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND POWERS

2.1. Function

- The Journal of Political Theory and Communication, established by the Academy of Journalism and Communication and the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, is under the direct leadership of the Director of the Academy of Journalism and Communication.

- The Journal of Political Theory and Communication is the official publication of the Academy, serving as a forum for scientists to research and exchange ideas on issues related to political theory, communication theory, and communication practices. Its purpose is to effectively support the training and development of cadres and scientific research of the Academy in accordance with the Party's viewpoints and guidelines, and the State's policies and laws.

- The Journal of Political Theory and Communication is distributed nationwide and serves the following target groups: cadres working in propaganda, journalism, and publishing; cadres working in political theory for the Party in central and local agencies; researchers, lecturers, and students of the Academy of Journalism and Communication and other academies and political schools under the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics.

2.2. Duties and Responsibilities

- Research and develop a strategy and operational plan for the Journal, which will be submitted to the Director of the Academy of Journalism and Communication for approval and implementation.

- Disseminate and promote the theories of Marxism-Leninism, Ho Chi Minh Thought, the Party's viewpoints and guidelines, and the State's policies and laws on ideology, culture, journalism, and communication.

- Publish and introduce information on the results of scientific research and training in the fields of political theory, journalism, communication, and other social sciences and humanities.

- Organize the editing, publication, and distribution of special issues and journals to serve the work requirements according to the functions and tasks of the Academy of Journalism and Communication.

- The Journal is permitted to publish propaganda and advertising information in accordance with the law and the Journal's mission and objectives.

- Build and utilize a team of collaborators and information officers to carry out the Journal's tasks as prescribed.

- Managing the unit's civil servants, public employees, and workers; implementing policies, training, professional development, emulation, rewards, and disciplinary measures for civil servants, public employees, and workers of the Magazine according to the delegated authority; managing and utilizing assigned assets in accordance with the law and regulations of the Academy of Journalism and Communication.

- Performing other tasks assigned by the Director of the Academy of Journalism and Communication.

3. The National Council of Professors approves the list of scientific journals eligible for scoring.

4. OPERATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS

- From 1994 to December 2022, the Journal of Political Theory and Communication published approximately 300 issues with nearly 300,000 copies, publishing over 6,000 scientific articles, many of which were of high quality and received the maximum points within the framework stipulated by the State when applying for professorship and associate professorship titles.

- The Journal of Political Theory and Communication consistently adheres to its stated principles and objectives as outlined in its license; complies with the Press Law and regulations on publishing, distribution, and royalties; and ensures regular and timely publication.

- With its rich content, addressing many current issues in theory and practice, and its beautiful presentation and printing style, the Journal of Political Theory and Communication is one of the highly regarded publications within the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and the Party-affiliated press.

5. REWARDS

- On September 20, 2004, the Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Journal of Journalism and Communication for its outstanding achievements in fulfilling its assigned tasks during 10 years of development and growth.

- The Chairman of the Vietnam Journalists Association and the Ministry of Culture and Information awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Journal of Journalism and Communication for winning the C prize for the cover page of the Tet (Lunar New Year) newspaper at the National Spring Press Festival in the year of the Rooster 2006.

- The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Administration and the Academy of Journalism and Communication awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Journal of Political Theory and Communication for achieving the title of Advanced Labor Collective in the 2006-2007 academic year.

- The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and Administration and the Academy of Journalism and Communication awarded a Certificate of Merit to the Journal of Political Theory and Communication for achieving the title of Advanced Labor Collective in the 2009-2010 academic year. 2010-2011

- In June 2012, successfully organized the Workshop: “Orientation for the Development of the Journal of Political Theory and Communication”

- Implemented the key basic science research project “Theoretical and practical basis for innovation and improvement of the quality of the Journal of Political Theory and Communication”

- In June 2013, organized the Workshop “Innovating the operating methods of the Journal of Political Theory and Communication”

- In 2014, the Journal of Political Theory and Communication celebrated its 20th anniversary, received the Ministry-level Emulation Flag from the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics with the title “Outstanding Emulation Unit at the Ministry level for the 2013-2014 academic year”. Received a Certificate of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics for “Outstanding achievements, contributing to the building and development of the Academy”. Received Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Collective Labor of the Academy of Journalism and Communication"

- 2015 Received Certificate of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics for "Many achievements contributing to the revolutionary journalism of Vietnam". Received Certificate of Merit from the Academy of Journalism and Communication for "Outstanding advanced model in the patriotic emulation movement 2010-2015"

- 2016 Received Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Collective Labor of the Academy of Journalism and Communication"

- 2017 Received Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Collective Labor of the Academy of Journalism and Communication"

- 2018 Received Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Collective Labor of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics". Certificate of Merit for "Advanced Labor Collective of the Academy of Journalism and Communication"

- 2019: From September 2019, the National Professor Title Council increased the score for reviewing articles in the field of journalism and communication published in the Journal by 0.75 points. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Journal of Political Theory and Communication.

- 2020: Outstanding Labor Collective of the Academy of Journalism and Communication

- 2015-2020: Received a certificate of merit for outstanding achievements in the patriotic emulation movement

- 2021: Outstanding Labor Collective of the Academy of Journalism and Communication; Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics Awarded the Emulation Flag

- On April 13, 2021, the Ministry of Information and Communications issued License No. 213/GP-BTTTT, authorizing the Journal of Political Theory and Communication of the Academy of Journalism and Communication to publish:

1. Regular Vietnamese print journal (12 issues/year);

2. Special issue Vietnamese print journal (2 issues/year);

3. English print journal (2 issues/year);

4. English and Vietnamese electronic journal.

- 2022: Received a Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Performance in Completing the Tasks of the Academy of Journalism and Communication".

2022: Received a Certificate of Merit for "Outstanding Achievements in Organizing the 60th Anniversary Celebration of the Academy and Receiving the Third-Class Independence Medal".

2023: Decision No. 1170/QD-TTg dated October 11, 2023: Certificate of Merit from the Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam: For outstanding achievements in disseminating information on theoretical and practical issues in the fields of political theory, journalism, and communication.

2024: Certificate of Merit from the Director of the Academy at the 30th anniversary celebration (October 24, 2024), awarded by the Director of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics with the title "Outstanding Achievement, Contribution to the Common Cause of the Academy".