The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism has released guidelines for operators of restaurants, resorts, and other tourism-related businesses in line with new regulations prescribed by the Prime Minister’s Office that are to enter into effect from 4-17 May.
Ministry Issues Guidelines for Reopening Businesses as Lockdown Eases
Recovered Covid-19 Patient Tests Positive for Coronavirus
A patient discharged from Vientiane’s Mittaphab Hospital several weeks ago, after recovering from a Covid-19 infection, has re-tested positive and has returned to the hospital for further observation.
Two More Covid-19 Patients Return Home in Laos
Two more Covid-19 patients have been discharged from hospital in Vientiane, bringing the total number of active cases down to nine.
Laos to Loosen Lockdown Measures in Bid to Restart Economy
The Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice regarding the easing and continuation of certain lockdown measures in Laos.
Electricity Rate Price Hike Causes Stir Among Residents
An increase in electricity rates has taken Lao residents by surprise amid an economic downturn due to the Covid-19 pandemic, with many turning to social media to air their complaints.
All Luang Prabang Covid-19 Patients Discharged from Hospital
All three patients undergoing treatment for Covid-19 at Luang Prabang Hospital have now been discharged after testing negative for the virus.
Laos Controlling Covid-19 Outbreak, No New Cases in 16 Days
Laos has remained free from new cases of Covid-19 infection for 16 consecutive days, although the national taskforce has urged residents to remain vigilant.
Prime Minister Thongloun Advises Preparing Tourism Sector
Lao Prime Minister Thongoun Sisoulith has advised the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism to use its time wisely in refurbishing and upgrading tourism sites in preparation for the country’s reopening after the Covid-19 pandemic.
