Tag: Asia Alert
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Pakistan Launches Enhanced Nipah Virus Screening as Asian Nations Tighten Checks
Islamabad / Lahore (Reuters) — January 31, 2026: Pakistan has become the latest Asian country to impose enhanced health screening measures for travellers entering the country amid concerns over the deadly Nipah virus, after neighbouring India reported two confirmed cases in the state of West Bengal. Key Developments: Pakistan introduces strict health screenings for travellers…
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Nipah Virus Cases in India Prompt Heightened Airport Screenings Across Asia
New Delhi / Bangkok / Kathmandu (BBC) — January 2026: An outbreak of the Nipah virus in India’s eastern state of West Bengal has triggered precautionary health measures across parts of Asia, with several countries stepping up screening protocols at airports and border crossings. Key Developments: India reports confirmed Nipah cases in West Bengal, prompting…