Asia-Pacific Regional Summary
Report Date: June 18, 2026
Latest Data Update: Dashboard updated with June 2026 data from media reports, WHO, and official regional health authorities. Data reflects cumulative 2025 totals and mid-2026 surveillance indicators.
DENGUE, CHIKUNGUNYA, AND ZIKA IN ASIA-PACIFIC
Global Context for Asia
Asia-Pacific remains a high-risk region for mosquito-borne diseases as of mid-2026. Significant Dengue burdens in Vietnam, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia, along with localized Chikungunya activity in India (Kerala) and Indonesia, characterize the current epidemiological landscape as nations enter peak transmission seasons.
Global 2026 Outlook (as of June):
• Dengue: Regional total over 238,000 cases in first half of 2026; major surges reported in Sri Lanka, Vietnam and the Philippines.
• Chikungunya: Active transmission reported in India (Kerala) with over 2,700 confirmed/suspected cases in early 2026.
• Zika: Minimal activity reported; active monitoring continues.
• CDC Travel Advisories: Continuous risk identified for several nations in the region.
BANGLADESH
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 4,094 cases and 1 death (as of June 14, 2026)
• Total Cases 2025: 102,562 cases (412 deaths)
• Status: High transmission established; hospitalized cases in week 24 reached 490.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 4,094 cases and 1 death (as of June 14, 2026)
• Total Cases 2025: 102,562 cases (412 deaths)
• Status: High transmission established; hospitalized cases in week 24 reached 490.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• Status: Active surveillance ongoing.
• Status: Active surveillance ongoing.
Public Health Response: Ongoing vector control and surveillance in major urban centers.
Data Verification Sources:
- WHO SEARO Epidemiological Bulletin (June 17, 2026)
- Bangladesh DGHS - Dengue Dashboard
- CDC Health Alert - Bangladesh
CAMBODIA
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 6,566 cases and 5 deaths (as of April 25, 2026)
• Status: Active surveillance ongoing.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 6,566 cases and 5 deaths (as of April 25, 2026)
• Status: Active surveillance ongoing.
Data Verification Sources:
- WHO Western Pacific Region Office (WPRO)
- Cambodia Ministry of Health
CHINA (Guangdong Province)
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 279 cases (as of week 14, 2026)
• Status: Seasonal monitoring active.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 279 cases (as of week 14, 2026)
• Status: Seasonal monitoring active.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• Status: Active surveillance continues.
• Status: Active surveillance continues.
Data Verification Sources:
- China National Health Commission (NHC)
- Guangdong Center for Disease Control and Prevention
INDIA
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 16,313 cases (as of May 31, 2026)
• Status: Year-round endemic transmission confirmed; cases increased by 28% in May 2026 compared to April.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 16,313 cases (as of May 31, 2026)
• Status: Year-round endemic transmission confirmed; cases increased by 28% in May 2026 compared to April.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 617 confirmed and 2,161 suspected cases (Kerala State as of June 2026)
• Status: Localized surge reported during monsoon season.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 617 confirmed and 2,161 suspected cases (Kerala State as of June 2026)
• Status: Localized surge reported during monsoon season.
Data Verification Sources:
- WHO SEARO Epidemiological Bulletin (June 17, 2026)
- India NCVBDC
- Al Jazeera (June 2026 Report)
INDONESIA
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 20,083 cases and 36 deaths (as of May 2, 2026)
• Status: High transmission continues; frequent risk reported in early 2026.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 20,083 cases and 36 deaths (as of May 2, 2026)
• Status: High transmission continues; frequent risk reported in early 2026.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• Status: Suspected activity reported in Bali (Klungkung) in early 2026; surveillance active.
• Status: Suspected activity reported in Bali (Klungkung) in early 2026; surveillance active.
Data Verification Sources:
- Indonesia Ministry of Health
- The Jakarta Post
LAOS
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 1,400+ cases and 0 deaths (as of mid-June 2026)
• Status: Ongoing surveillance. Launch of Wolbachia-enhanced mosquito release program in Savannakhet Province on June 9, 2026.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 1,400+ cases and 0 deaths (as of mid-June 2026)
• Status: Ongoing surveillance. Launch of Wolbachia-enhanced mosquito release program in Savannakhet Province on June 9, 2026.
Data Verification Sources:
- Laos Ministry of Health
- Laotian Times (June 2026 Report)
- WHO WPRO
MALDIVES
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 2,969 cases reported (through May 2026)
• Trend: Significant surge compared to 2025; cases increasing from 648 in April to 778 in May.
• Status: High activity reported across atolls; health authorities urge vigilance.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 2,969 cases reported (through May 2026)
• Trend: Significant surge compared to 2025; cases increasing from 648 in April to 778 in May.
• Status: High activity reported across atolls; health authorities urge vigilance.
Data Verification Sources:
- Health Protection Agency (HPA) Maldives
- Raajje.mv / SunOnline (June 2026 Reports)
- WHO SEARO
MALAYSIA
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 33,367 cases and 23 deaths (as of June 13, 2026)
• Dominant Serotype: DENV-3
• Status: Third-highest dengue caseload in ASEAN; deaths higher than same period in 2025.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 33,367 cases and 23 deaths (as of June 13, 2026)
• Dominant Serotype: DENV-3
• Status: Third-highest dengue caseload in ASEAN; deaths higher than same period in 2025.
Data Verification Sources:
- Malaysia Ministry of Health
- New Straits Times (June 2026 Report)
NEPAL
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 900+ cases (as of June 15, 2026)
• Status: Monsoon threatens major surge; disease already widespread across the country.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 900+ cases (as of June 15, 2026)
• Status: Monsoon threatens major surge; disease already widespread across the country.
Data Verification Sources:
- Nepal Ministry of Health & Population
- Kathmandu Post (June 2026 Report)
PHILIPPINES
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 50,727 cases (through May 2026)
• Status: Significant burden continues; major surge monitored in multiple regions.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 50,727 cases (through May 2026)
• Status: Significant burden continues; major surge monitored in multiple regions.
Data Verification Sources:
- Department of Health (DOH), Philippines
- Malaya Business Insight (June 2026 Report)
SINGAPORE
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 939 cases and 1 death (as of June 13, 2026)
• Latest Weekly Total: 120 cases (highest weekly total in 2026 so far)
• Status: One death reported in Q1 2026; cases trending upward during peak season (May-Oct); dominant serotype DENV-2.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 939 cases and 1 death (as of June 13, 2026)
• Latest Weekly Total: 120 cases (highest weekly total in 2026 so far)
• Status: One death reported in Q1 2026; cases trending upward during peak season (May-Oct); dominant serotype DENV-2.
Public Health Strength: Regional groups signed pact in June 2026 to boost dengue defence through coordinated action.
Data Verification Sources:
- National Environment Agency (NEA) Singapore
- The Straits Times (June 2026 Reports)
SRI LANKA
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE - MAJOR OUTBREAK:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 42,232 cases and 24 deaths (as of mid-June 2026)
• Monthly Surge: Over 8,000 cases reported in June alone; approximately 600 new cases recorded daily.
• Driver: Modified dengue strain and monsoon conditions increasing susceptibility.
• Status: High-risk alert in 14 districts; Nationwide Dengue Prevention Week active through June 20.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 42,232 cases and 24 deaths (as of mid-June 2026)
• Monthly Surge: Over 8,000 cases reported in June alone; approximately 600 new cases recorded daily.
• Driver: Modified dengue strain and monsoon conditions increasing susceptibility.
• Status: High-risk alert in 14 districts; Nationwide Dengue Prevention Week active through June 20.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• Status: Surveillance active.
• Status: Surveillance active.
Data Verification Sources:
- Sri Lanka Ministry of Health / Epidemiology Unit
- Daily Mirror / Daily Express (June 2026 Reports)
- WHO South-East Asia Region (SEARO)
THAILAND
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 8,296+ cases (as of June 14, 2026)
• Status: Surveillance indicates a downward trend compared to 2025; May reported 1,782 cases, while week 24 had 489 suspected cases.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 8,296+ cases (as of June 14, 2026)
• Status: Surveillance indicates a downward trend compared to 2025; May reported 1,782 cases, while week 24 had 489 suspected cases.
Data Verification Sources:
- WHO SEARO Epidemiological Bulletin (June 17, 2026)
- Thailand Ministry of Public Health (MOPH)
VIETNAM
Last Updated: June 2026
DENGUE - SIGNIFICANT SURGE:
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 50,000+ cases and 5 deaths (as of May 2026)
• Status: Patterns shifting; experts warn of erratic surge nationwide.
• Focus: High transmission in southern region and Ho Chi Minh City; surveillance intensified.
• 2026 Year-to-Date: 50,000+ cases and 5 deaths (as of May 2026)
• Status: Patterns shifting; experts warn of erratic surge nationwide.
• Focus: High transmission in southern region and Ho Chi Minh City; surveillance intensified.
CHIKUNGUNYA:
• Status: Under surveillance.
• Status: Under surveillance.
Data Verification Sources:
- Vietnam Ministry of Health
- WHO WPRO (2026 Situation Report)
ASIA-PACIFIC COUNTRY DENGUE BURDEN SUMMARY (JAN-JUNE 2026)
| Country | Reported Dengue Cases (2026) | Deaths | Latest Data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | 50,727 | — | May 2026 |
| Sri Lanka | 42,232 | 24 | June 2026 |
| Vietnam | 50,000+ | 5 | May 2026 |
| Malaysia | 33,367 | 23 | June 2026 |
| Indonesia | 20,083 | 36 | May 2026 |
| Cambodia | 6,566 | 5 | April 2026 |
| India | 16,313 | — | May 2026 |
| Thailand | 8,296+ | — | June 2026 |
| Bangladesh | 4,094 | 1 | June 2026 |
| Maldives | 2,969 | — | May 2026 |
| Laos | 1,400+ | 0 | June 2026 |
| Singapore | 939 | 1 | June 2026 |
| Nepal | 900+ | — | June 2026 |
| China | 279 | — | Mar 2026 |
| ASIA-PACIFIC TOTAL | 238,165+ | 95+ | June 2026 |
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