Damage control at all costs during the coronavirus pandemic. In Argentina, as in elsewhere, the issue is how to limit the nefarious consequences on businesses and workers of shutting down business. In the week of 16 March the government made several announcements to mitigate the impact of the pandemic on an already struggling economy.
The Covid-19 related economic slowdown is amplifying already negative economic conditions that has seen the country undergo two consecutive years of economic recession alongside a colossal debt situation that is in the process of re-negotiation. In recent days the government has announced a series of measures that may be extended in time and scope if required.
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