Vietnam: COVID-19 in Vietnam

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Vietnam has garnered international praise for its handling of COVID-19. With only 288 reported cases since the start of the pandemic, Vietnam lifted its maximum social distancing requirements on April 23, allowing the economy to begin its recovery. While COVID-19 has had far-reaching effects on agricultural trade, consumer demand, and prices, Vietnam has been able to dampen the worst effects of the virus.

Vietnam: COVID-19 in Vietnam

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