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香港报业公会主席
传媒是社会文明发展中不可或缺的软实力。它既是资讯交流的重要环节,亦塑造城市与国家的形象,更在文化传承及凝聚社会核心价值中发挥重要作用。香港作为国际大都会,享有「一国两制」的独特优势。传媒坚守求真求实的专业原则,不仅是维护基本法所保障的言论与出版自由的最佳实践,更是彰显香港法治精神的身体力行。 今年是国家「十五五」规划的开局之年,特区政府亦正筹备香港自身的首个五年规划。如何实事求事,全面呈现中国与香港的真实故事,发挥「超级联络人」的角色,是我们的使命。唯有持续自我提升、善用科技,方能维护得来不易的声誉,让世界更立体地了解祖国与香港。 数字化时代既是幸运亦是挑战。人工智能颠覆传统认知,却也释放创造力。科技迭代重塑新闻生产与传播模式,改变受众习惯。对新闻工作者而言,这意味著不确定,但同时孕育新机遇。科技的意义在於造福人类,使用科技的人,在於令社会更美好,而非反其道而行之。作为新闻工作者,科技之为我所用,在於更快,更准传播真相,而非有意无意混淆视聴。因此,不忘新闻专业之初心,同时勇做科技弄浪儿,才是传媒行业赖以生存之唯一正途! 传媒的健康成长离不开社会支持。真诚直言的传媒是社会进步的必要条件,但亦须避免偏离事实或哗众取宠。要确保优质新闻源源不绝,必须培养一代又一代优秀人才,这需要各方携手努力。我们期待亦相信特区政府在推动创新科技与产业升级的同时,会为本港传媒业的可持续发展创造更有利条件。健康、多元、守法及专业的媒体生态,是「一国两制」的重要基石之一。本会将继续与政府及各持份者坦诚沟通,增进互信。 2025 年度「香港最佳新闻奖」作品水准卓越,展现业界对专业精神与报道质素的坚持。在此,我谨代表香港报业公会,衷心感谢社会各界的支持,感谢评审委员的付出,以及各赞助机构的鼎力支持。最后,热烈祝贺得奖者,并期望业界同仁在迎接科技变革的同时,坚守专业,在改变中寻求突破。香港报业公会定必恪守使命,推动报业发展更上层楼,为香港的繁荣与稳定作出更大贡献。
Tammy Tam
The Media plays a critical role in the development of civilization. It is a form of "soft power," more than just a means of communicating information. The media helps shape the image of cities and nations, promoting cultural exchanges and consolidating social values. Under "One Country, Two Systems", Hong Kong enjoys many unique advantages, including freedom of speech and freedom of publication. These are enshrined in the Basic Law. Adherence to professional, fact-based journalism exemplifies the best media practice and showcases the spirit of the rule of law. This year marks the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan. Hong Kong is also in full swing, preparing its own five- year blueprint for the first time, to align with national developments. Local media is on board with the mission to present to the world the true stories of China, including Hong Kong, in a comprehensive and holistic way. In this sense, the media serves as a "super connector" between China and the world. In this fast changing digital era, we are facing unprecedented challenges. Only by constantly upgrading our professional skills and harnessing new technology can we keep the trust of our readers at home and abroad. In this way, we can provide them with the full picture of our country and our home city, Hong Kong. Credibility is hard to earn and even harder to maintain. The rapid development of technology and the proliferation of AI bring blessings but also challenges. AI upends conventional thinking, while also unlocking creativity. It changes the way news is produced and consumed, just as it alters our way of life and habits. For the media industry, this creates uncertainties but also new opportunities. We believe that technology should eventually serve the good of humanity. Technology users should act with the conviction to make our world a better place. Media professionals should use technology to tell the truth faster and with greater accuracy, not to mislead or confuse our audience by straying from facts or chasing sensationalism. The only viable path for the industry's future is to remain faithful to ethical, high quality journalism, while boldly embracing technological innovation with an open mind. A healthy media ecosystem cannot flourish without societal support. A dynamic and forthright press is essential to social progress. It's future therefore lies in grooming the next generations of talented and passionate professionals. This is the shared mission and responsibility of both the media industry and its stakeholders. In this regard, we trust and hope that the HKSAR government will facilitate a more favourable environment for the industry's sustainable development as it pushes for the upgrading of innovation and technology. A healthy media ecosystem ensures a diverse, law-abiding industry, serving as one of the cornerstones of "One Country, Two Systems". The Newspaper Society of Hong Kong will continue its honest exchanges with various stakeholders, including the government, to strengthen mutual understanding and trust. The entries for the 2025 Hong Kong News Awards demonstrate a high standard and showcase the commitment of participating organisations to journalistic excellence. On behalf of the NSHK, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all parties involved, in particular our dedicated judging panels and supportive sponsors. Congratulations to all the award winners! As our industry faces huge disruptions of various types, let us firmly maintain our professional standards, pursuing meaningful and constructive reforms for transformative growth! The NSHK is committed to upholding its mission to enhance professional quality and to elevate the industry to new heights. Together, let's join hands in contributing to the longer term prosperity and stability of our home city, Hong Kong, and that of our country! |
