Hanoi: The International Press Centre for the APEC Economic Leaders' Week 2027 needs to be modern, built up to international standards, and capable of handling ever-more-demanding media coverage, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang said. Hang, who chairs the APEC 2027 Communications and Culture Subcommittee, made the statement while presiding over a meeting in Hanoi on July 10 to review how agencies are teaming up to get the centre built. The meeting followed the subcommittee's early-July fact-finding trip to Phu Quoc special zone in the southern province of An Giang to check on preparations.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the subcommittee is focused on ensuring that the press centre meets the expectations and requirements of international media outlets. The commitment to international standards underscores the importance placed on media coverage during the APEC Economic Leaders' Week, highlighting Vietnam's dedication to successfully hosting the event and providing comprehensive facilities to support global journalists.