An international medicinal and pharmaceutical exposition is to kick off in Hanoi on May 12-15 with the participation of 200 domestic and foreign businesses.

The Ministry of Health told reporters in Hanoi on May 5 that on show at around 350 pavilions at the annual event will be the latest scientific and technical advances in medicine of both Vietnam and the world. They cover lab equipment, pharmaceutical materials and chemicals, therapy equipment, waste treatment facilities, packing equipment and pharmaceutical packages.

The VIETNAM MEDI-PHARM 2010 is also to provide free medical check-ups and include several workshops covering hot topics such as effective investment in medical treatment, drug production and trading, and medical equipment in Vietnam , according to organisers./.