Latest Coronavirus Updates

FRIday - 03/04/2020 18:15

As of April 3, Vietnam’s Ministry of Health confirmed a total of 233 cases of COVID-19. 35 of the affected were traced to Bach Mai Hospital in Hanoi. However, 85 of the affected patients have recovered and 0 death.

Vietnam on April 1 implemented strict social distancing rules nationwide for 15 days to curb the spread of COVID-19. The measures include self-isolation and restricting people from leaving homes except for food and medicines. The gathering of more than two people is also banned while also keeping a distance of two meters when outside. Factories, businesses and service establishments producing and providing essential goods are allowed to remain open but must follow strict health guidelines.
The government is considering a US$2.73 billion emergency package for those affected by COVID-19. The measures target a number of beneficiaries in the next three months.
Vietnam’s Prime Minister has stated that he wants the fiscal stimulus package to revive the country’s economy to be increased from US$1.27 billion to US$6.36 billion.
Vietnam has planned a 10 percent electricity price cut for three months to support virus-hit consumers.
Japan has pledged to help Vietnam in dealing with the pandemic by offering US$1.86 million via international organizations.
The US has earmarked a total of US$274 million in humanitarian assistance for 64 countries hit by COVID-19 including Vietnam, which would receive US$3 million worth of support.