The Coronavirus in Southeast Asia – Live update by country
For anyone who interests in Southeast Asia and is planning for the next holiday in this area. Here are some latest updates about Coronavirus with helping you to ensure a safe trip to Southeast Asia.
1. Brunei has successfully contained the spread of Covid-19 for several months and has begun opening travel corridors with other countries in Southeast Asia. Schools and places of worship have been open since July, while businesses and restaurants have reopened gradually. Brunei’s success can be attributed to its quick and drastic restrictions on travel, extensive testing, and strict quarantine rules. The small country may also have benefitted from only sharing borders with Malaysia, which has contained the virus reasonably well.
• The country saw one new case on October 22, taking the total to 148.
• As of September 25, Brunei has 147 cases.
• One new case reported on September 3, taking the total to 145.
• One new case recorded on August 25, taking the total to 144 amid three deaths.
• Brunei saw one new case on August 19, taking the total to 143.
• One new case recorded on August 7, taking the total to 142.
• No new cases reported in Brunei.
2. Cambodia
Cambodia has reported few cases and zero deaths despite weak health infrastructure and initially slow response. This has led to widespread speculation that infections have been undercounted. However, the government has proceeded with plans to reopen the economy, having already reopened places of worship, schools, and many businesses. Cambodia has also resumed flights with some Chinese cities and several other countries in Southeast Asia.
• The country saw three new cases on November 10, bringing the total to 300.
• Cambodia reported two new cases on November 9, taking the total to 297.
• The country saw one new case on November 8, bringing the total to 295.
• Cambodia reported two new cases on November 7, taking the total to 294.
• The country saw one new case on November 2, taking the total to 292.
• One new case reported on October 30, taking the total to 291.
Source: Lux Travel DMC
3. Indonesia
Indonesia has once again reclaimed the top spot from the Philippines for the most official coronavirus cases in Southeast Asia. While the Indonesian central government has continued to ease restrictions despite rapidly increasing case numbers and deaths, local leaders have begun to reimpose lockdowns, most notably in Jakarta. Doctors have warned that recent protests against the new omnibus bill on job creation could create new coronavirus hotspots. The country seems to be giving up on flattening the curve in favor of reopening the economy; however, official government and international sources have confirmed that the economy is continuing to contract, regardless.
• Indonesia recorded 3,779 new cases and 72 deaths on November 10, bringing the totals to 444,348 cases and 14,761 deaths.
• The country reported 2,853 new cases and 75 deaths on November 9, taking the totals to 440,569 cases and 14,689 deaths.
• Indonesia recorded 3,880 new cases and 74 deaths on November 8, bringing the totals to 437,716 cases and 14,614 deaths.
• Indonesia reported 4,262 new infections and 98 deaths no November 7, taking the totals to 433,836 infections and 14,540 deaths.
4. Laos
Laos, the most rural country in Southeast Asia, was also the last to report its first Covid-19 infection. Despite the country’s almost non-existent health care system, it has avoided a major outbreak. Geography and demographics may be important factors here: Laos is relatively sparsely populated and surrounded by neighbors which have managed to contain the virus relatively well. In an effort to boost its economy, Laos has already resumed travel to several countries in Southeast Asia and encouraged domestic tourism.
• One new case reported on October 21, taking the total to 24.
• One new case on September 12, taking the total to 23.
• Two new cases recorded on August 14, taking the total to 22.
• The country saw one new case on July 24, taking the total to 20.
• No new cases reported in Laos.
• The country now has 19 cases.
• 18 people are now positive for COVID-19.
• The country has 16 cases.
Source: Lux Travel DMC
5. Malaysia
Malaysia’s initial response to the outbreak was nonchalant and complicated by an abrupt change in government. In mid-March, the government imposed nationwide restrictions on public movement, which were gradually relaxed as the virus was brought under control. But unrestricted campaigning in the recent Sabah state election caused Malaysia’s largest spike in coronavirus cases to date, which the government has yet to effectively control. Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin is on shaky political ground after failing to secure royal permission for a state of emergency which would have allowed him to pass a 2021 budget without parliamentary approval. He now faces calls to resign and will likely face a no-confidence motion when Parliament convenes in early November.
• Malaysia saw 869 new cases and six deaths on November 10, taking the totals to 42,050 cases and 300 deaths.
• Malaysia reported 972 new cases and eight deaths on November 9, bringing the totals to 41,181 cases and 294 deaths.
• The country recorded 852 new cases and one death on November 8, taking the totals to 40,209 cases and 266 deaths.
• Malaysia reported 1,168 new infections and three deaths on November 7, bringing the totals to 39,357 infections and 282 deaths.
• The country saw 1,755 new cases and two deaths on November 6, taking the totals to 38,189 cases and 279 deaths.
• Malaysia reported 1,009 new cases and six deaths on November 5, bringing the totals to 36,434 cases and 277 deaths.
• Malaysia recorded 1,032 new cases and eight deaths on November 4, taking the totals to 35,425 cases and 271 deaths.
6. Myanmar
Myanmar had maintained some of the region’s lowest case counts until August. But the case count accelerated steeply over the past month and a half, largely due to an outbreak in Rakhine state that has since spread to Myanmar’s largest cities. The situation there continues to worsen as fears mount that the virus could spread unchecked through the vulnerable Rohingya community. The country’s underdeveloped health care system may leave Myanmar unprepared to cope with the pandemic should the current wave of infections escalate. Additionally, some conflict-affected parts of Myanmar may be unaware of the pandemic due to the ongoing targeted internet ban.
• The country saw 1,266 new cases and 24 deaths on November 10, bringing the totals to 63,241 cases and 1,461 deaths.
• Myanmar recorded 598 new cases and 17 deaths on November 9, taking the totals to 61,975 cases and 1,437 deaths.
• Myanmar reported 1,029 new cases and 24 deaths on November 8, bringing the totals to 61,377 cases and 1,420 deaths.
• The country saw 1,071 new cases and 20 deaths on November 7, taking the totals to 60,348 cases and 1,396 deaths.
• Myanmar reported 1,342 new cases and 24 deaths on November 6, taking the totals to 59,277 cases and 1,376 deaths.
• The country saw 995 new cases and 22 deaths on November 5, bringing the totals to 57,935 cases and 1,352 deaths.
7. Philippines
Against the backdrop of an inconsistent government response, the Philippines is second only to Indonesia for the most officially reported cases in Southeast Asia. Since the government lifted most restrictions in June, a new surge in cases has overwhelmed the public health system and further damaged the economy. Quarantines have been reintroduced throughout the country and testing has steadily increased, but the government has yet to bring the virus under control. Protests against job losses and food shortages have cropped up across the country even as the government cracks down on dissent.
• The country recorded 1,347 new cases and 14 deaths on November 10, taking the totals to 399,749 cases and 7,661 deaths.
• The Philippines reported 2,058 new cases and 108 deaths on November 9, bringing the totals to 398,449 cases and 7,647 deaths.
• The country saw 2,442 new cases and 54 deaths on November 8, taking the totals to 396,395 cases and 7,539 deaths.
• The Philippines reported 2,157 new infections and 24 deaths on November 7, bringing the totals to 393,961 infections and 7,485 deaths.
• The country saw 2,092 new cases and 52 deaths on November 6, taking the totals to 391,809 cases and 7,461 deaths.
• The Philippines reported 1,594 new cases and 42 deaths on November 5, taking the totals to 389,725 cases and 7,409 deaths.
• The Philippines recorded 987 new cases and 49 deaths on November 4, bringing the totals to 388,137 cases and 7,367 deaths.
8. Singapore
Singapore initially managed to contain the virus through widespread testing, comprehensive contact tracing, and mandatory, well-enforced quarantines. But then the city-state suffered an explosion of cases linked to foreign workers dormitories. It appears to have flattened the curve, with no new local infections reported on October 13 for the first time in over six months.
• Singapore recorded nine new cases on November 10, taking the total to 58,073.
• Singapore reported eight new cases on November 9, bringing the total to 58,064.
• The country saw two new cases on November 8, taking the total to 58,056.
• Singapore reported seven new cases on November 7, bringing the total to 58,054 amid 28 deaths.
• The country saw four new cases on November 6, taking the total to 58,047.
• Singapore recorded seven new cases on November 5, bringing the total to 58,043.
• Singapore reported seven new cases on November 4, taking the total to 58,036.
• The country saw nine new cases on November 3, bringing the total to 58,029.
• One new case reported on November 2, taking the total to 58,020.
• Singapore reported four new cases on November 1, bringing the total to 58,019.
• The country saw 12 new cases on October 31, taking the total to 58,015.
9. Thailand
Thailand had done relatively well in combating the coronavirus crisis with a quick lockdown, an effective test-and-trace rollout, and an already strong healthcare system. But after more than 100 days without local transmission, Thailand reported a new case on September 3. Additionally, Thailand is projected to suffer the worst economic consequences in the region due to its overwhelming dependence on tourism and exports. This has contributed to pro-democracy protests in Bangkok, which have flouted an emergency order by Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha banning free assembly. The government has cracked down on protests, citing the increased risk of spreading Covid-19. But the government appears to be more concerned with halting the spread of the protest movement than with public health.
• Thailand saw four new cases on November 10, bringing the total to 3,844.
• The country reported three new cases on November 9, taking the total to 3,840.
• Thailand reported seven new cases on November 8, bringing the total to 3,837.
• Thailand recorded 12 new infections on November 7, taking the total to 3,830 amid 60 deaths.
• The country recorded eight new cases and one death on November 6, bringing the total to 3,818 cases and 60 deaths.
• Thailand reported six new cases on November 5, taking the total to 3,810 amid 59 deaths..
• Thailand recorded seven new cases on November 4, bringing the total to 3,804.
• Thailand reported 10 new cases on November 3, taking the total to 3,797.
• The country saw three new cases on November 2, bringing the total to 3,787.
Source: Lux Travel DMC
10. Vietnam
Despite limited resources and a bustling border with China, Vietnam initially managed to effectively contain the pandemic. Life had returned to normal for most Vietnamese until a second wave spread from the city of Danang. Vietnam recorded its first handful of deaths at the end of July, but Hanoi’s response was swift, getting the virus back under control by early September. Vietnam offers an important cautionary tale: no country, no matter how effective its initial response, is out of the woods yet. New imported cases are inevitable as countries reopen, and vigilance is paramount, especially as Vietnam reopens flights to major cities around Asia to encourage foreign investment. Vietnam’s economy has been surprisingly resilient; it is the only Southeast Asian nation still projected to have positive economic growth this year.
• As of November 11, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health confirmed a total of 1,226 cases of COVID-19. However, 1,087 of the affected patients have recovered and been discharged from hospitals. Vietnam has also recorded 35 deaths due to pandemic. The latest cases were all imported and quarantined on arrival.
• As of November 10, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health confirmed a total of 1,216 cases of COVID-19. However, 1,087 of the affected patients have recovered and been discharged from hospitals. Vietnam has also recorded 35 deaths due to pandemic. The latest cases were all imported and quarantined on arrival.
• As of November 9, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health confirmed a total of 1,213 cases of COVID-19. However, 1,070 of the affected patients have recovered and been discharged from hospitals. Vietnam has also recorded 35 deaths due to pandemic. The latest cases were all imported and quarantined on arrival.
• The country saw one new additional case on November 7, taking the total to 1,213.
• As of November 6, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health confirmed a total of 1,207 cases of COVID-19. However, 1,069 of the affected patients have recovered and been discharged from hospitals. Vietnam has also recorded 35 deaths due to pandemic. The latest cases were all imported and quarantined on arrival.
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