Pfizer, Moderna race to roll out new boosters as Covid-19 becomes endemic
Both companies announced that they are in various stages of developing and commercialising new boosters and vaccines.
Thailand opens doors to Indian tourists in special bubble scheme
Commercial flights between the two countries will be allowed to fly passengers of Thai, Indian, Nepal and Bhutan nationalities.
Philippines eyes eased requirements for in-person classes
As of February, 1,726 out of 6,213 qualified schools have reopened for in-person classes.
Hun Sen pushes for ‘new normal’ to ramp up Cambodia’s tourism revival
He also announced the “Clean Cambodia” campaign as Cambodia prepares to host the upcoming SEA Games and the Asean Para Games.
Thailand scraps second PCR test for tourists, cuts insurance cover to $20,000
The mandatory health coverage for foreign visitors has also been reduced from US$50,000 to US$20,000.
Top epidemiologist team arrives to help Hong Kong fight Covid-19
The experts will give advice and share their experiences with clinical medical experts in Hong Kong on critical care of Covid-19 patients.
Researchers predict 4th Covid-19 wave may hit India around June
The fourth wave's trajectory is likely to be at its peak between August 15 and 31 and thereafter start falling.
Hong Kong could see shortage of health workers as Covid-19 cases grow
Medical experts also suggested streamlining the city's resources and allowing mainland doctors and nurses to come in to help.
South Korea suspends vaccine pass nationwide
The move comes more than two months since vaccine passes were introduced extensively in early December.
Hanoi’s grade 1-6 students return to online learning
The move was prompted by a surge in the rising number of new infections in the community, including in schools.