Countries must unite to fight against bird flu

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Dr. David Nabarro said, "To win the battle, you need to develop vaccine."

Developing countries suffer more from bird flu. Veterinary services are not as well developed and financed as in the richer countries. And a huge increase in poultry production raises the challenge of controlling the bird flu.

Nabarro highly values China's efforts to control the virus in the last two years, particularly in the last 12 months. However, he suggests China's government and people should always be ready for the possibility of a pandemic and ensure preparations are fully tested.

Winter is the most dangerous season for bird flu. In the past four years, the disease has erupted in more than fifty countries, with Southeast Asia the worst hit. That's why this seminar is particularly important. All the countries need to step up prevention efforts and help the people affected get back to their normal life as soon as possible.

Editor:Zhang Ning