Oops! Cambodia’s First COVID Death Makes Headlines
In a twist that surprised everyone across Southeast Asia, Cambodia has just confirmed its very first death from the coronavirus. A 50‑year‑old driver lost his battle with the virus after testing positive a couple of weeks earlier.
Quick Recap of the Numbers
- Total cases so far: 1,124
- Surge since Feb. 20: the tally more than doubled, but still among the lowest in Asia.
- New death: a driver who was working for a Chinese national residing in Sihanoukville.
Who Was the Victim?
The man had tested positive on February 27 and was working as a driver for a Chinese resident in the coastal town of Sihanoukville. Unfortunately, that driver was also infected.
Regional Context
With roughly 16 million people, Cambodia sits snugly between Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam—all of which have managed to keep their COVID‑19 outbreaks under tighter control.
Vaccination News
The country kicked off its Covid‑19 vaccination programme just a month ago. Let’s hope the shots will help level off these rising numbers.
Stay Tuned!
We’re keeping a close eye on the situation, so keep your eyes on the news for the latest updates on how the world is dealing with this continuing challenge.
