COVID-19 patients in Timor-Leste can receive their COVID-19 PCR result  via email on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., the Ministry of Health said, asking people to email details of name, address and address and date of swab collection.

The government has sought to fast track certification and results.

Some 17 people were isolated and receiving treatment for COVID-19 as of Sunday, split between Lahane (11) and Vera Cruz (6) medical centres, according to official data.

All patients have mild symptoms, officials reported.

Timor-Leste reported 44 new COVID-19 cases and zero deaths in the last 24 hours, bringing the total active cases to 1,260.