Geneva, May 21 -- Deputy Minister of Health Tran Van Thuan affirmed Vietnam's strong and effective ties with the World Health Organisation (WHO) at a high-level session of the 78th World Health Assembly (WHA) on May 20.

Speaking at the event, Thuan mentioned Vietnam's preparations for the celebration of 50 years of close and effective cooperation with the WHO.

He stressed Vietnam has achieved notable health milestones with WHO's continuous support, elaborating that the country banned e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products last year, a move aimed at protecting young people and reducing long-term healthcare costs.

The official added that social health insurance in Vietnam now covers nearly 95% of the population, including low-income ho...