US to work with 50 countries to stifle future pandemics

US President Joe Biden’s administration is working on pandemic responses in a range of countries (Alex Brandon/AP)

US President Joe Biden’s administration will help 50 countries identify and respond to infectious diseases, with the goal of preventing pandemics similar to the Covid-19 outbreak.

Government officials will work with the countries to develop better testing, surveillance, communication and preparedness for such outbreaks in those countries, helping to “prevent, detect and effectively respond to biological threats wherever they emerge”, Mr Biden said.