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Hanoi (VNA) –
has asked ministries, agencies, localities, units and individuals to remain vigilant
against COVID-19 and raise the sense of responsibility for public health.
He made the request during a on
COVID-19 prevention and control on April 26 morning, which was held amid the
complex developments of the pandemic in the world.
According to a document on the meeting outcomes, issued
by the Government Office, the PM pointed out the high risk of pandemic
resurgence in as its neighbouring countries are facing spikes in cases.
Given this, it is hard to complete the dual tasks of socio-economic
development and pandemic combat, he said.
The leader urged ministries, agencies and localities
to get updated on the COVID-19 situation at home and in foreign countries, and
seriously implement prevention and control measures.
He reiterated the need to follow the Ministry of
Health’s 5K message: khau trang (facemask), khu khuan (disinfection), khoang
cach (distance), khong tu tap (no gathering) and khai bao y te (health
declaration).
Any violations should be strictly punished in line with
regulations of the Party and law of the State, the PM noted.
The Ministry of National Defence, the Ministry of
Public Security, provincial-level People’s Committees and relevant ministries
and agencies need to step up inspections over the observance of quarantine
regulations, he continued.
He ordered limiting mass gatherings and wearing masks
in public places, especially in festivals.
Northwestern border provinces should coordinate with the
Ministries of National Defence and Public Security, and closely cooperate with
neighbouring countries in controlling immigration via roads and sea routes.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health should enhance international
cooperation to expand the access to vaccines and quick testing
techniques, while facilitating vaccine production at home, the PM said./.
Source: VietnamPlus
