Vi Thanh city in Hau Giang province distributes food and necessities to localities affected by COVID-19. (Photo: VOV)

Localities are ordered to accelerate testing and tracing of infections, and ensure adequate food, housing, and medical support for all residents so they can shelter in place and comply with all prevention and control measures.

The Government's special working group will coordinate with localities to strictly control the southern provinces and prevent COVID-19 from spreading to the Central Highlands and south central region.