199 out of 265 entries from 78 participating organizations have been chosen for the final round. 

Nguyen Thi Lan Huong, Head of VOV Editorial Secretariat and Listeners Department, said the number of radio stations competing in the live broadcast category is greater than last year. Entries cover local events.

Live broadcasting skills and technology have improved significantly, she noted.

The National Radio Broadcasting Festival has been held every two years since 2002.