The Vanuatu Daily Post reports hygiene measures have been stepped up after the body of a Filipino ship crew member was discovered washed up on a beach near Port Vila more than a week ago.
The body later tested positive for Covid-19 but health authorities have said there is minor risk of infection.
The prime minister Bob Loughman has urged people to keep up simple hygiene practices and observe physical distancing.
Bus drivers and passengers around the capital island of Efate have been asked to wear masks and use sanitiser after handling money.
