Taking sample for SARS-CoV-2 testing (Photo: VNA)

According to experts, the new variant, recorded in South Africa, has a higher speed of spreading than those discovered from the first outbreak of the pandemic.


So far, Vietnam has seen two SARS-CoV-2 variants originating from the UK and South Africa.

Experts advise people to continue strictly applying preventive measures against the virus, including wearing masks and making health declarations./.