The 2nd meeting of the India–Viet Nam Joint Working Group on Health Cooperation was held on 12 November 2026.

The meeting was co-chaired by Ms. Geetu Joshi, Economic Adviser, and Ms. Vu Lan Huong, Deputy Director General of the International Cooperation Department, Ministry of Health, Viet Nam.

Both sides reviewed the progress in bilateral health cooperation, including the outcomes of the 1st JWG meeting. They also explored ways to deepen it further in digital transformation and the use of AI in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, vaccines and medical devices, health services including training courses and exchange of health experts, and healthcare strategy, epidemic control and emergency response.

Health is an important pillar of the India–Viet Nam Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.