On April 7, 2026, the School of Preventive Medicine and Public Health organized a reception and working session with the Asian Precision Public Health Association (PPHAS) delegation with the participation of about 40 domestic and foreign delegates. The event is an important occasion to enhance academic exchange and promote international cooperation in the field of precision public health.
Opening speech, Associate Professor, PhD. Kim Bao Giang, Vice Principal of the University, emphasized the increasingly important role of accurate public health in the context of digital transformation and the strong development of data technology.
PPHAS representative introduced the association's orientation, mission and outstanding activities in the region. At the meeting, delegates discussed many in-depth contents related to the development orientation of Vietnam's health system, including the infectious disease prevention strategy for the period 2026–2035, the role of artificial intelligence and innovation in health, as well as building data infrastructure and digital ecosystems to serve accurate public health.
The plenary discussion took place enthusiastically, focusing on the potential for cooperation between PPHA and units in Vietnam in research, training and capacity development. The meeting ended with many expectations about practical cooperation programs, contributing to improving the quality of health care and promoting innovation in the field of public health.