Covid-19 curbs dampen New Year celebrations in Laos' capital Vientiane


VIENTIANE, Jan 3: The Vientiane Capital Covid Taskforce had issued a notice instructing district authorities to strictly enforce a ban on the service of alcohol at restaurants and other venues, as well as policing parties and gatherings, reports Laotian Times.

Pubs, bars, or other entertainment venues that open and serve alcohol during the new year celebrations were promptly shut down and have their business licenses on hold for the New Year night..

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