A workshop in Vietnam is focusing on the critical intersection of research and policy in combating African Swine Fever (ASF), a disease that poses a significant threat to the country's pig farming industry. Organized by the Department of Animal Health, the National Institute of Animal Health, and the International Livestock Research Institute, the workshop aims to enhance collaboration and coordinate efforts among various stakeholders, including government agencies, research organizations, businesses, international partners, and pig farmers.
Highlighting the importance of integrating research findings into effective policy and strategies for disease prevention and control, the workshop has seen presentations on the current ASF situation in Vietnam, innovative control methods, progress in vaccine development, and successful case studies from the livestock sector. It is noteworthy that the workshop is also serving to develop action recommendations for the next National Plan for African Swine Fever Prevention and Control (2026-2030), with a strong emphasis on strengthening public-private partnerships to improve response strategies and incorporate scientific evidence into policy-making.