Hanoi, Jan. 27 -- As of January 26, Vietnam has recorded no cases of Nipah virus infection, according to the Ministry of Health (MoH), which has instructed localities to step up surveillance and preventive measures and remain ready to respond to any potential outbreak. The ministry has directed enhanced disease monitoring at border gates, medical facilities and in communities nationwide, while preparing response plans to prevent and control the disease if necessary. "The MoH will continue to closely monitor developments, and coordinate with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and countries around the world to promptly issue appropriate and effective disease prevention and control measures," the ministry said. The Nipah virus was first ident...