Covid-19 vaccine for foreign visitors a shot in the arm for Philippines tourism
The Philippines allowed the entry of fully vaccinated tourists from 157 countries that have visa-free arrangements with the country.
Daily Omicron community cases in Cambodia down to below 200
As of February 15, Cambodia had recorded a total of 124,139 Covid-19 cases with 119,196 recoveries and 3,015 fatalities.
Vietnam could fully reopen international tourism from mid-March
Việt Nam’s own pilot vaccine passport tourism programme welcomed in 9,000 foreign tourists as of February 10, 2022.
Philippines and Malaysia to accept each other’s vaccination certs
Travellers from the Philippines would be allowed to enter Malaysia with proof of a complete vaccination certificate in VaxcertPH.
South Korea’s plans for Covid-positive voters spark voting rights concerns
As many as 1 million people could be under self-quarantine by the time of the election.
Malaysia, Brunei agree in principle to implement VTL, says PM
A proposal was also made for the implementation of four flights a week between Brunei and Malaysia when the VTL is carried out.
The true new normal: Why Indonesians are sick of flimsy lockdowns
After mixed reviews of the government’s handling of Covid-19, Indonesians are sliding into apathy and barely concealed desperation.
Jakarta health workers start to feel the brunt of Omicron surge
Many have contracted the Omicron variant themselves, putting more pressure on already understaffed health facilities.
Two years into pandemic, international programs continue despite obstacles for students
While demand for language courses nearly halved compared to two years ago, more pursued a degree than ever last year.
Japanese hotels target long-stay guests amid Covid-19
The industry views long-stay plans as one of the few ways it can survive.