The government of Laos has declared victory over Covid-19 following the discharge of all 19 confirmed cases from hospital, with no new cases for 59 days.
Vietnam to Resume Flights to Safe Countries Including Laos
Vietnam is to resume flights between countries that have been free of Covid-19 cases for 30 days, with Laos in a list of priority destinations.
All 19 Covid-19 Patients in Laos Have Fully Recovered
All 19 Covid-19 patients in Laos have now recovered from the virus, with the final patient discharged from hospital today.
US Suspends Visas for Citizens of Laos
The United States Government has discontinued issuance of certain visas for citizens of Laos and nationals applying in Laos after a disagreement regarding the deportation of Lao nationals.
Ministry of Labor Orders Employers to Pay Wages Despite Pandemic
The Lao Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare has instructed employers to ensure workers are fairly compensated despite an economic downturn due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Two More Covid-19 Patients Discharged in Laos, One Remaining
Another two Covid-19 patients have been discharged from Mittaphab Hospital in Vientiane Capital, leaving one patient remaining in medical care.
Laos Reports No New Covid-19 Cases for 50 Days
Laos has confirmed no new cases of Covid-19 for 50 consecutive days, with the total number of cases remaining at 19.
Bridge Collapses in Ban Keun due to Heavy Vehicle
A bridge has collapsed in Nam Phanai Village, Ban Keun in Thoulakhom District, Vientiane Province.