Vietnam will continue to actively participate in the process of further contributing to the joint efforts of the international community in preparing for the prevention and response to the epidemics, as well as ending the global TB epidemic soon.

Vietnam News Today (December 28) features some headlines including PM's message on International Day of Epidemic Preparedness, ceremony marks 75th anniversary of first General Election Day, incoming strong cold spell in northern Vietnam, VN economy grows by 2.91% in 2020.

The United Nations General Assembly has approved December 27 as the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness following a resolution drafted by Vietnam. The special day aims at highlighting the importance of the prevention of, preparedness for and partnerships against epidemics.