The Lao Ministry of Health has issued an internal notice to all staff and partner organizations instructing them to be wary of social media misinformation in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic.
Deaths in Phongsaly Caused By Common Flu, not Coronavirus
The deaths of three residents in Phongsaly Province originally attributed to the Coronavirus have now been confirmed as having been caused by influenza.
Coronavirus Prejudice, Crazed Gunman, Expensive Eggs – This Week In Lao Social Media
The Laotian Times brings our readers a round-up of some of the most shared topics this past week, based on reach and engagement on Facebook.
Why Lao People are Rushing to Eat Eggs (to Fight the new Coronavirus)
What is social media’s solution to coronavirus prevention? First, it was garlic. In Laos, eggs are the new antidote.
Papua New Guinea’s Bank South Pacific to Enter Laos This Year
Papua New Guinea’s Bank South Pacific (BSP) plans to finalize the acquisition of its joint-venture business in Laos worth about USD 2 million.
Laos Sees 145% Energy Export Growth between 2016-2020
Laos has increased its electricity exports by 145 percent over the past five years amid a growing number of hydropower plants.
Laos in Top 20 Fastest Growing Tourism Destinations
Laos has been included in a list of the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations with one of the highest increases in visitor numbers year-on-year.
Mittaphab Hospital Discharges 10 Patients Suspected of Coronavirus
Ten patients suspected of being infected with the new Coronavirus have been discharged from Vientiane’s Mittaphab hospital.
