Southeast Asia nears malaria elimination as cases drop 2/3 since 2010

Malaria cases in Viet Nam, Cambodia, and Laos dropped 67% since 2010. The Asia Pacific Leaders Malaria Alliance credits this to improved surveillance, early detection, and regional cooperation.

Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone recently reaffirmed the nation's firm commitment to reaching zero indigenous cases by 2030.

While Myanmar and Thailand face remote border hurdles, sustained funding and WHO-backed interventions remain vital to securing a malaria-free region.