ASF outbreaks in Vietnam (2019-2024): insights and lessons learned.

African swine fever (ASF) is a contagious viral disease that affects domestic pigs and Eurasian wild boars, causing significant economic losses to the global pig industry. Since its first outbreak in February 2019, ASF has had a profound impact on the Vietnamese pig sector. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of ASF outbreaks in Vietnam from 2019 to 2024, focusing on outbreak dynamics, control strategies, economic impact, and key lessons learned. By summarizing findings from various studies and official reports, this review provides key insights and practical recommendations to improve ASF management and prevention in Vietnam and across the region.