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Financial inclusion of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) during the Covid-19 pandemic
by Justine Luwedde - EPRC (Uganda) - October 19, 2020
The risks associated with COVID-19 have aggravated the credit and liquidity limitations among MSMEs in Uganda
COVID-19 Lockdown: Prospects for Labour Mobility and Employment
- April 10, 2020by Gurpreet Singh - CBGA (India)
Rural employment in India is in a crisis. Immediate government intervention is needed.
How will the Covid-19 stimulus package be implemented?
- April 9, 2020by Fahmida Kathun - CPD (Bangladesh)
The second stimulus package includes increased public expenditure, social safety coverage and more monetary supply.
The Coronavirus Pandemic: Dealing with the Economic Crisis
- April 8, 2020by Yamini Aiyar, Rathin Roy - CPR (India)
How should the government design the fiscal stimulus package? What must the government do to protect all Indians?
India needs a new social compact
- April 8, 2020by Shyam Saran - CPR (India)
The symbiotic relationship between migrant workers and the economy must be acknowledged when the lockdown ends.
Analysis and Proposals by FOSDEH Facing the Coronavirus Crisis | Part Two
- in Spanish - April 6, 2020by Joel Aleman - FOSDEH (Honduras)
Second part of FOSDEH Honduras proposals to mitigate the impact of the pandemic.
What Does the COVID-19 Lockdown Mean for Food Security?
- April 6, 2020by Gurpreet Singh - CBGA (India)
Clear and quick policy response is needed to maintain the availability of food and also ensure the income of rural masses.
Economic and Welfare Effects of COVID-19 and Responses in Ethiopia: Initial insights
- April 6, 2020by Degye Goshu, Mengistu Ketema, Tadele Ferede, Getachew Diriba - EEA/EEPRI (Ethiopia)
The issue is not only the number of COVID-19 cases, but the disruption to the economy which in turn aggravates the health risks.
Highest transparency, accountability must for proper utilisation of incentives
- April 5, 2020by Fahmida Kathun - CPD (Bangladesh)
Many ways to misuse the money may open up if incentive loans are disbursed based on banks’ relations with customers.
Economic Impact of Coronavirus and Revival Measures: Way Forward for Pakistan
- April 3, 2020by Asif Javed - SDPI (Pakistan)
The COVID-19 crisis would leave 25 million unemployed in Pakistan, pushing millions towards hunger and poverty.
Four Policy Moves Government Must avoid during the COVID-19 Emergency in Kenya
- April 3, 2020by Kwame Owino - IEA (Kenya)
There are many policy choices to be made in Kenya, however there are four clear missteps which should be avoided.
Priorities in the times of coronavirus
- April 3, 2020by Fahmida Kathun - CPD (Bangladesh)
Monetary and fiscal policies must be formulated efficiently for the FY2021 in Bangladesh, to manage the effects of the pandemic.
Easter Attacks in 2019 vs. COVID-19 Outbreak of 2020: What Lies Ahead for Sri Lanka?
- April 3, 2020by Nisha Arunatillake - IPS (Sri Lanka)
On Easter Sunday last year, Sri Lanka was shocked by a series of bomb attacks. The country is again under curfew.
During a Lockdown, Why Is the Mining Industry Considered 'Essential'?
- April 2, 2020by Manju Menon, Kanchi Kohli - CPR (India)
The exemption granted to sectors such as mining and steel seems to have more to do with sustaining large companies.
Sri Lankan Migrants Abroad: Results from a Rapid Online Survey During the Spread of COVID19
- April 1, 2020by Bilesha Weeraratne - IPS (Sri Lanka)
Perceptions and experiences of Sri Lankan migrants in the context of the current health crisis.
Analysis: How Secure are Construction Workers in India During COVID-19 Pandemic?
- April 1, 2020CPR (India)
The government is now directing all states to use the funds created for the welfare of such workers.