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Kiribati: Covid19 – Kiribati Border Closure Extension Kiribati President Taneti Maamau (23.08.2020) Given this ongoing closure of borders, stranded nationals abroad will continue to receive Government’s financial assistance until additional notice is made following the review of border closure at the end of August 2020. This assistance is implemented to ensure… Stranded nationals abroad will continue to receive Government’s financial assistance until additional notice. This assistance is implemented to ensure I-Kiribati nationals stranded overseas are supported during this unfortunate situation. 2020-08-23 The Government of Kiribati has advised that current border closures will be extended until the end of August while preparatory measures are undertaken in Kiribati to ensure health and public safety against the Covid19 pandemic. During the extension of the border closures, Kiribati will continue to… Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha http://www.president.gov.ki/2020/08/23/covid19-kiribati-boarder-closure-extensi…
Burundi: COVID-19: Burundi puts subsidized soap on market to check pandemi burundi panapress (11.07.2020) Ten million pieces of soap will be put on the Burundian market monthly, at a price half subsidized by the state, as part of hygienic measures undertaken by the government in partnership with the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in… Ten million pieces of soap will be put on the Burundian market monthly, at a price half subsidized by the state, as part of hygienic measures undertaken by the government in partnership with the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country. 2020-07-11 Health promotion,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 siha https://www.panapress.com/COViD-19-Burundi-puts-subsidized-a_630651016-lang2.ht…
British Virgin Islands: Over 1000 Small Businesses To Receive Stimulus Grant british Virgin Islands Government of the Virgin Islands (15.09.2020) Over 1000 small businesses have qualified for the economic stimulus grant ranging from $1,592 to $7,955 and will begin to receive their cheques beginning this week. The Small Business Sector Grant Programme was established for the purpose of…  The Small Business Sector Grant Programme was established for the purpose of assisting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)  affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, in meeting operational expenditure, while stimulating economic activity by facilitating the circulation of money within the Territory. The grant ranges from $1,592 to $7,955. 2020-09-15 Over 1000 small businesses have qualified for the economic stimulus grant and will begin to receive their cheques beginning this week. The announcement was made yesterday, September 14, by Premier and Minister of Finance, Honourable Andrew A. Fahie during the live ‘Launch of Payment of COVID-19… Cash transfers,Financing,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://bvi.gov.vg/media-centre/over-1000-small-businesses-receive-stimulus-gra…
Benin: Coronavirus - Implementation of measures specific to the agricultural sector benin Government of the Republic of Benin (10.09.2020) The Council of Ministers took specific measures in the agricultural sector strongly affected by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. These measures have a total cost of 100 billion CFA francs distributed as follows:  - 50 billion CFA… - 50 billion CFA francs intended to refinance banks and MFIs on the basis of their agricultural loan portfolios - 35 billion CFA francs intended for guarantee at 50% the loans of agricultural promoters and entrepreneurs  - 15 billion CFA francs for the subsidization of the interest rates of the credits set up for the benefit of the beneficiaries. 2020-09-10 The Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, on Tuesday September 08, 2020 chaired the presentation ceremony of the National Agricultural Development Fund (FNDA) to banks and Decentralized Financial Structures (SFD). The event also allowed the signing of an agreement between the FNDA… Financing Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, self-employed siha https://www.gouv.bj/actualite/836/coronavirus---mise-oeuvre-mesures-specifiques…
Switzerland: Simplified regulations for ALV are being extended switzerland Federal Department of Economics, Education and Research (26.08.2020) Bern, - Additional hours that are built up outside of short-time working phases should not have to be temporarily deducted from lost work. This was decided by the Federal Council on August 26, 2020. In addition, income from… Two provisions of the AVIV Unemployment Insurance Ordinance remain valid: The extra hours that have accumulated outside the short-time work phase still do not have to be deducted. The income from interim employment is still not counted towards the short-time work allowance. This amendment to the Unemployment Insurance Ordinance comes into force on September 1, 2020 and is valid until December 31, 2020. 2020-08-26 Bern, 08/26/2020 - Additional hours that are built up outside of short-time working phases should not have to be temporarily deducted from lost work. This was decided by the Federal Council on August 26, 2020. In addition, income from interim employment is still not counted towards short-… Unemployment,Extension of coverage,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, extending coverage, youth employment siha https://www.wbf.admin.ch/wbf/de/home/dokumentation/nsb-news_list.msg-id-80183.h…
UNAIDS calls for urgent action to strengthen social protection programmes in the face of COVID-19 UNAIDS (26.08.2020) UNAIDS is calling on governments to strengthen HIV-sensitive social protection responses to the COVID-19 pandemic. People living with HIV and tuberculosis (TB) are being significantly impacted by COVID-19. Modelling has estimated the potential catastrophic impacts of the COVID-… 2020-09-01 Health,Social policies & programmes Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19 mmarquez https://www.unaids.org/en/resources/presscentre/pressreleaseandstatementarchive…
Gender-sensitive policies as response to COVID-19 UNDP (August 2020) The COVID-19 Global Gender Response Tracker monitors policy measures enacted by governments worldwide to tackle the COVID-19 crisis, and highlights responses that have integrated a gender lens. It includes national measures that are directly addressing women’s economic and social… 2020-09-01 Cash sickness benefits,Family benefits,Employment,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19, family_gender_society, gender_and_inequality mmarquez https://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/covid-19-gender-dashboard.html
COVID-19 Health System Response Monitor Europe The Health System Response Monitor (HSRM) has been designed in response to the COVID-19 outbreak to collect and organize up-to-date information on how countries are responding to the crisis. It focuses primarily on the responses of health systems but also captures wider public health initiatives.… 2020-08-31 COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19 mmarquez https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/mainpage.aspx
Financing the existence of autonomous hospitals P4H Network (05.08.2020) Governments can indeed be very creative in designing schemes for supporting private business: postponing tax collection, reshaping accounting rules, subsiding or tax-exonerating some costs, etc. These schemes and solutions are not developed for the health sector, some… 2020-08-31 Health,Financing Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19, universal health care mmarquez https://p4h.world/en/who-ihf-financing-hospital-autonomy-covid19
US: The IRS Extends Deadline to Ensure People with Children Receive $500 Economic Impact Payments United States Social Security Administration (18.08.2020) The IRS has extended its deadline to September 30, 2020, for people to provide information to the IRS using its Non-Filer Tool at www.irs.gov/coronavirus/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here. People should do this if they: receive Social Security retirement… The IRS has extended its deadline to September 30, 2020, for people to provide information to the IRS using its Non-Filer Tool at www.irs.gov/coronavirus/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here. 2020-08-18 Extension of coverage,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, extending coverage siha https://www.ssa.gov/news/press/releases/2020/#8-2020-2
Japan: Mental health care counselling service "Kokoronomimi" japan Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (21.08.2020) "Kokoronomimi" is a portal site which provides comprehensive information and support for worker's mental health. It provides mental health care counselling services via chat and SNS to people who are anxious or stressed by Covid-19 . "Kokoronomimi" is a portal site which provides comprehensive information and support for worker's mental health. It provides mental health care counselling services via chat and SNS to people who are anxious or stressed by Covid-19 . 2020-08-21 Health,Information and communication technology,Service quality,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, customer_services, digital platforms siha https://kokoro.mhlw.go.jp/etc/coronavirus_info/
Fiji: Contribution reduction fiji National Provident Fund (01.04.2020) To support all employers in Fiji, the statutory FNPF employer contribution is halved from 10 percent to 5 percent effective from 1 April 2020 to 31 December 2020. This expected to provide a $130 million relief to employers for the next 9 months. The employee… FNPF employer contribution is halved from 10 percent to 5 percent effective from 1 April 2020 to 31 December 2020. The employee Contribution is reduced from 8 percent to 5 percent effective from 1 April 2020 to 31 December 2020. 2020-04-01 Contribution collection and compliance,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19 siha https://myfnpf.com.fj/index.php/covid-19-updates/fnpf-relief-assistance
Fiji: Pensioners Assistance fiji National Provident Fund (30.03.2020) The Fund has decided to waive renewal certificate submissions for all Pensioners whose certificates were due in March, April, May or June and pay based on the presumption of life. This decision was implemented in light of preventative measures against COVID-19… The National Provident Fund has decided to waive renewal certificate submissions for all Pensioners whose certificates were due in March, April, May or June and pay based on the presumption of life. This decision was implemented in light of preventative measures against COVID-19 to discourage our senior members from visiting public open or crowded places. 2020-03-30 Old-age pensions,Service delivery,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, service delivery siha https://myfnpf.com.fj/index.php/covid-19-updates/fnpf-relief-assistance
Fiji: COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme - Phase 3 fiji National Provident Fund (10.08.2020) FNPF members who are on reduced hours and reduced wage rate can apply for Phase 3 commencing 10 August 2020. Government top is applicable in Phase 3 for members who have insufficient General Account balance. The amount per member is from $220 to $880 for members… FNPF members who are on reduced hours and reduced wage rate can apply for Phase 3 commencing 10 August 2020. The amount per member is from $220 to $880 for members who are on reduced working hours/day per week depending on reduced days. The amount is $550 for members whose wage/salary rates per hour is reduced up to 50%, and $1.110 for members whose wage/salary rates per hour is reduced by more than 50%. 2020-08-10 COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme - Phase 3 FNPF members who are on reduced hours and reduced wage rate can apply for Phase 3 commencing 10 August 2020. Government top is applicable in Phase 3 for members who have insufficient General Account balance.    Phase 3 will provide two… Unemployment,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://myfnpf.com.fj/index.php/covid-19-updates/phase-3-requirements-forms
Fiji: COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme - Phase 2 fiji National Provident Fund (09.06.2020) FNPF members who have been Unemployed from 1 October 2019 or have just become Unemployed or are on Leave Without Pay can apply for Phase 2 of the COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme commencing 9 June 2020. The amount is $1,100 (Government top up applicable) or $880 for… FNPF members who have been Unemployed from 1 October 2019 or have just become Unemployed or are on Leave Without Pay can apply for Phase 2 of the COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme commencing 9 June 2020. The amount is $1,100 (Government top up applicable) or $880 for members who received $220 on 5 June (Fully funded by Government). 2020-06-09 FNPF members who have been Unemployed from 1 October 2019 or have just become Unemployed or are on Leave Without Pay can apply for Phase 2 of the COVID-19 Withdrawal Scheme commencing 9 June 2020. Submission modes There are only two accepted methods of submissions: 1. myFNPF app Download… Unemployment,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://myfnpf.com.fj/index.php/covid-19-updates/phase-2-requirements-forms
Fiji: FNPF Pensioners to receive COVID-19 relief fiji National Provident Fund (26.05.2020) More than 7,000 Fiji National Provident Fund pensioners will receive a COVID-19 relief payment today,Tuesday 26 May 2020. The payment, which ranges from $300 to $900, will be disbursed directly to the Fund’s active pensioners. Chief Executive Officer Jaoji Koroi… More than 7,000 Fiji National Provident Fund pensioners will receive a COVID-19 relief payment today,Tuesday 26 May 2020. The one-off payment, which ranges from $300 to $900, will be disbursed directly to the Fund’s active pensioners. 2020-05-26 Old-age pensions,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://myfnpf.com.fj/index.php/covid-19-updates/media-release
Bhutan: Druk Gyalpo's Relief Kidu extended for three months bhutan Druk Gyalpo's Relief Kidu (20.07.2020) The Relief Kidu has been extended for three months, from July to September 2020. Bhutanese who have been displaced by the coronavirus pandemic and are currently residing in Bhutan are eligible for the Druk Gyalpo’s Relief Kidu. The displaced group… The Relief Kidu has been extended for three months, from July to September 2020. Bhutanese who have been displaced by the coronavirus pandemic and are currently residing in Bhutan are eligible for the Druk Gyalpo’s Relief Kidu. The displaced group includes those who have been laid off, placed on unpaid leave or on reduced pay from businesses as well as self-employed individuals who have lost their earnings either partially or completely. The Kidu amount has been revised to Nu. 10,000… 2020-07-20 Unemployment,Extension of coverage,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, extending coverage, self-employed, youth employment siha https://www.royalkidu.bt/
New Zealand: Paying clients stranded overseas new zealand Ministry of Social Development (18.08.2020) We're working hard to make sure clients who are out of the country and are unable to return because of the COVID-19 pandemic are financially supported. When you leave New Zealand temporarily some payments stop straight away, some are paid for up to… Under a COVID-19 special assistance programme, some New Zealand benefits exceptionally continue to be paid to beneficiaries stranded overseas until they can return to New Zealand. This programme is currently only available until 20 October 2020. 2020-08-18 Paying clients stranded overseas We're working hard to make sure clients who are out of the country and are unable to return because of the COVID-19 pandemic are financially supported. When you leave New Zealand temporarily some payments stop straight away, some are paid for up to 28 days, and… Old-age pensions,Unemployment,Extension of coverage,Service delivery,Migration Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, extending coverage, migration, service delivery siha https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/covid-19/stranded-overseas.html#null
New Zealand: Resurgence Wage Subsidy announcement new zealand Ministry of Social Development (17.08.2020) The Government has announced a new payment, the Resurgence Wage Subsidy. It’s a two-week payment for businesses who have had, or expect to have, a revenue drop of at least 40% because of COVID-19 for a continuous 14 day period between 12 August to 10… The Resurgence Wage Subsidy is a two-week payment for businesses who have had, or expect to have, a revenue drop of at least 40% because of COVID-19 for a continuous 14 day period between 12 August to 10 September compared to a similar period last year, and aren’t getting the Wage Subsidy, Wage Subsidy Extension or the Leave Support Scheme. It will be paid at a flat rate of: $585.80 for people working 20 hours or more per week (full-time rate) and $350.00 for people… 2020-08-17 New Resurgence Wage Subsidy - from 1pm on 21 August 2020 The Resurgence Wage Subsidy is a 2-week payment. It's available nationally for qualifying businesses who have had, or expect to have, a revenue drop of at least 40% because of COVID-19 for a continuous 14 day period between 12… Employment,Extension of coverage,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, extending coverage, youth employment siha https://www.msd.govt.nz/about-msd-and-our-work/newsroom/2020/resurgence-wage-su…
New Zealand: COVID-19 Leave Support Scheme new zealand Ministry of Social Development (18.08.2020) The COVID-19 Leave Support Scheme (used to be 'COVID-19 Essential Workers Leave Support') is available for employers, including sole traders, to pay their employees who can't work. This means your employees: can't come into work because they are in… The COVID-19 Leave Support Scheme is available for employers to pay their employees who can't work. The Leave Support Scheme will be paid at a flat rate of: $585.80 for people who were working 20 hours or more per week (full-time rate) and $350.00 for people who were working less than 20 hours per week (part-time rate). The Leave Support Scheme is paid as a lump sum and covers 4 weeks per employee from the date you submit your application. 2020-08-18 The COVID-19 Leave Support Scheme (used to be 'COVID-19 Essential Workers Leave Support') is available for employers, including sole traders, to pay their employees who can't work. This means your employees: can't come into work because they are in one of the affected groups and Ministry of… Cash sickness benefits,Safety and health at work,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, OSH, prevention siha https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/covid-19/leave-support-scheme/index.html
New Zealand: Wage Subsidy Extension new zealand Ministry of Social Development (10.06.2020) The Wage Subsidy Extension is an 8-week payment for qualifying businesses who have had a 40% decline in revenue because of COVID-19 for a continuous 30 day period compared to a similar period last year. The subsidy will be paid at a flat rate of: $… The Wage Subsidy Extension is an 8-week payment for qualifying businesses who have had a 40% decline in revenue because of COVID-19 for a continuous 30 day period compared to a similar period last year. The subsidy will be paid at a flat rate of: $585.80 for people working 20 hours or more per week (full-time rate) and $350.00 for people working less than 20 hours per week (part-time rate). The subsidy is paid as a lump sum and covers 8 weeks per employee from the date you submit your… 2020-06-10 Wage Subsidy Extension The Wage Subsidy Extension is an 8-week payment for qualifying businesses who have had a 40% decline in revenue because of COVID-19 for a continuous 30 day period compared to a similar period last year. The 30 day period must be in the 40 days before applying.… Employment,Extension of coverage,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, extending coverage, youth employment siha https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/covid-19/covid-19-support-for-employers.html
New zealand: Apprenticeship Boost new zealand Ministry of Social Development (05.08.2020) Apprenticeship Boost is a payment to help employers keep and take on new apprentices. It means apprentices can keep earning and training towards their qualifications as the economy recovers from the impacts of COVID-19. The payment is made directly… Apprenticeship Boost is a payment to help employers keep and take on new apprentices. Apprenticeship Boost is paid directly to employers for a maximum of 20 months from the 5th of August 2020:  employers of first year apprentices can get $1,000 a month employers of second year apprentices can get $500 a month. 2020-08-05 Apprenticeship Boost Apprenticeship Boost is a payment to help employers keep and take on new apprentices. It means apprentices can keep earning and training towards their qualifications as the economy recovers from the impacts of COVID-19. The payment is made directly to employers. Who can get… Employment of young workers,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, human resources, youth employment siha https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/employers/subsidies-training-and-other-help/a…
Georgia: Registration to receive assistance in the amount of 200 GEL for children through the age of 17 is taking place on a special portal georgia Government of Georgia (16.08.2020) Registration to receive assistance in the amount of 200 GEL for children through the age of 17 is taking place on a special portal at http://daxmareba.moh.gov.ge/. Registration will be open until 1 December. The disbursement of financial assistance will begin… Registration to receive assistance in the amount of 200 GEL for children through the age of 17 is taking place on a special portal at http://daxmareba.moh.gov.ge/. Registration will be open until 1 December. The disbursement of financial assistance will begin in September this year. 2020-08-16 Registration to receive assistance in the amount of 200 GEL for children through the age of 17 is taking place on a special portal at http://daxmareba.moh.gov.ge/ Assistance is provided on the basis of an application filled out on the electronic portal by one of the child's parents or a legal… Family benefits,Information and communication technology,E-services,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, family siha http://gov.ge/index.php?lang_id=ENG&sec_id=288&info_id=77040
Georgia: Caring for the village and farmers continues georgia Government of Georgia (08.08.2020) Almost 112,000 beneficiaries received discount cards for over 29,000 tons of agricultural diesel. Farmers who have cashed their cards have saved almost 3.6 million GEL. Agricultural diesel discount cards expire on December 31, 2020. Agricultural diesel discount cards for farmers. The cards expire on December 31, 2020. 2020-08-08 Under the Care for the Village and Farmers anti-crisis agricultural program, farmers and entrepreneurs enjoy significant assistance from the state As of August 7 More than 132,000 farmers collected agricultural points, with allocated subsidies exceeding 23 million GEL. Allocation of agricultural… Housing,Shocks & extreme events Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, rural world, self-employed siha http://gov.ge/index.php?lang_id=ENG&sec_id=288&info_id=76989
Azerbaijan: Unemployment benefits to be provided in 13 cities, regions over COVID-19 azerbaijan AZERNEWS (10.08.2020) Lump-sum payment in the amount of AZN 190 ($111.7) will be given to unemployed people in 13 cities and regions (Baku, Jalilabad, Ganja, Masalli, Mingachevir, Sumgayit, Yevlakh and in Absheron, Barda, Goranboy, Goygol, Khachmaz, Salyan districts regions)  … Lump-sum payment in the amount of AZN 190 ($111.7) will be given to unemployed people in 13 cities and regions (Baku, Jalilabad, Ganja, Masalli, Mingachevir, Sumgayit, Yevlakh and in Absheron, Barda, Goranboy, Goygol, Khachmaz, Salyan districts regions). 2020-08-10 Lump-sum payment for unemployed people will be given in 13 cities and regions in Azerbaijan amid COVID-19, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population has reported. The paymetns are part of measures of social support to be implemented during the coronavirus pandemic in line with the… Unemployment,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://www.azernews.az/nation/167769.html
Congress must act now to fix a Social Security COVID-19 glitch and expand, not cut, benefits | TheHill United States thehill.com (08.07.2020) While social security benefits are secure, the unprecedented conditions of the COVID-19 economic crisis have unearthed a technical glitch. If left uncorrected, a COVID-19 notch will result: Those turning 60 this year – more than 4 million workers – and their families will… 2020-08-16 Old-age pensions,Governance and administration Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 adequacy, covid19 mmarquez https://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/politics/506326-congress-must-act-now-t…
Estonia created Suve, a state-approved automated chatbot to provide trustworthy information during the COVID-19 situation - Work in Estonia estonia Suve is already working on the webpages of Government of Estonia, Estonia’s Health Board, Ministry of Social Affairs, Work in Estonia, International House of Estonia and Invest in Estonia – with other sites soon to follow. During the emergency situation in Estonia, Suve… 2020-08-06 Artificial intelligence,E-services Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19 covid19 rruggia https://www.workinestonia.com/estonia-created-suve-a-state-approved-automated-c…
Innovation to combat the Covid-19 crisis — e-Estonia estonia Around the globe, people are searching for innovative ideas to tackle problems created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Countries are scrambling to find solutions to combat the looming economic crisis, manage pressure on the medical system all the while trying to ensure that life can continue as normally… 2020-08-06 Artificial intelligence Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Proposition Measures summary covid19 rruggia https://e-estonia.com/innovation-to-combat-the-covid-19-crisis/
Cambodia: Additional Support for Workers and to Revive Economy cambodia Asean Briefing (05.08.2020) Under the fifth stimulus package, the government has extended its financial support for private sector employees, in particular, those in the garment, textiles, and footwear industries. Introduced under the previous stimulus package, companies who want to suspend… The government has extended its financial support for private sector employees, in particular, those in the garment, textiles, and footwear industries, until September 2020. Suspended employees are entitled to the following monthly subsidies: US$15 for 7-10 days of employment suspension; US$30 for 11-20 days of employment suspension; and US$40 for 21 days to one month of employment suspension. Suspended employees from the tourism sector will be eligible to receive US$30 until… 2020-08-05 Extended support for private-sector employees Under the fifth stimulus package, the government has extended its financial support for private sector employees, in particular, those in the garment, textiles, and footwear industries. Introduced under the previous stimulus package, companies who… Unemployment,Extension of coverage,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, extending coverage, labour markets siha https://www.aseanbriefing.com/news/cambodia-issues-additional-support-for-worke…
Cambodia: Govt. takes measures to cover 20% of minimum wages for workers/employees in the tourism sector as Covid-19 causes financial losses cambodia Business & Human Rights Resource Centre (03.04.2020) The government announced ... a measure to assist minimum wage workers employed in the tourism sector amid COVID-19 fears. It said in a statement the government will pay 20 percent of the workers’ minimum wages as the tourism sector deals… The government will pay 20 percent of minimum wages for the workers in the tourism sector, such as hotels, guesthouses, restaurants and travel agencies, that deals with loss of income. 2020-04-03 "Measure to offset tourism sector wages amid virus: Government", 2 April 2020 The government announced ... a measure to assist minimum wage workers employed in the tourism sector amid COVID-19 fears. It said in a statement the government will pay 20 percent of the workers’ minimum wages as… Unemployment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, labour markets, youth employment siha https://www.business-humanrights.org/en/cambodia-govt-takes-measures-to-cover-2…
Australia: Temporarily reducing superannuation minimum drawdown rates australia Australian Taxation Office (29.07.2020) The government is temporarily reducing superannuation minimum drawdown requirements for account-based pensions and similar products by 50% for 2019–20 and 2020–21. This measure will benefit retirees holding these products by reducing the need to sell… The government is temporarily reducing superannuation minimum drawdown requirements for account-based pensions and similar products by 50% for 2019–20 and 2020–21. This measure will benefit retirees holding these products by reducing the need to sell investment assets to fund minimum drawdown requirements. 2020-07-29 Old-age pensions,COVID-19,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary adequacy, covid19, economic crisis siha https://www.ato.gov.au/general/new-legislation/the-australian-government-s-econ…
Vietnam: International health insurance required for experts entering Vietnam from August 5, 2020 vietnam Viet Nam Social Security (28.07.2020) The National Steering Committee for COVID-19 prevention and control has just issued Official Letter 3949/CV-BCD on strengthening the assurance of COVID-19 epidemic prevention for experts entering Vietnam. Accordingly, the units that invite… According to Official Letter 3949/CV-BCD, the ministries, branches and provincial and municipal People's Committees must notify the units that invite experts for business to ensure that they participate in international health insurance or agencies or organizations must make a commitment to pay their treatment expenses in case of the experts being infected with COVID-19. 2020-07-28 Viet Nam Social Security News International health insurance required for experts entering Vietnam from August 5, 2020 28/07/2020 11:00 AM The National Steering Committee for COVID-19 prevention and control has just issued Official Letter 3949/CV-BCD on strengthening the assurance of… Health insurance,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, policy reponse siha https://vss.gov.vn/english/news/Pages/vietnam-social-security.aspx?ItemID=9351&…
Australia: Changes to eligibility for some income support payments after 25 September 2020 australia Services Australia (21.07.2020) The income free area for JobSeeker Payment and Youth Allowance for job seekers will increase to $300 per fortnight. The income free area is currently $106 for JobSeeker Payment and $143 for Youth Allowance. This means you can earn more but still get the maximum… The income free area for JobSeeker Payment and Youth Allowance for job seekers will increase to $300 per fortnight. This means you can earn more but still get the maximum payment rates. From 25 September 2020, means testing will be reintroduced. This includes asset testing for all payments. 2020-07-21 Changes to eligibility for some income support payments after 25 September 2020 Income test changes The income free area for JobSeeker Payment and Youth Allowance for job seekers will increase. This means you can earn more but still get the maximum payment rates. The income free area for these… Service quality,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Covid19_deconfinement_measures, services quality siha https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/news/how-coronavirus-supplemen…
Australia: Changes to the Coronavirus Supplement amount australia Services Australia (21.07.2020) The Australian Government is extending the Coronavirus Supplement until 31 December 2020. The Coronavirus Supplement of $550 per fortnight is available until 24 September 2020. Beyond this date, the Coronavirus Supplement will be available at $250 per… The Australian Government is extending the Coronavirus Supplement until 31 December 2020. The Coronavirus Supplement of $550 per fortnight is available until 24 September 2020. Beyond this date, the Coronavirus Supplement will be available at $250 per fortnight until 31 December 2020. 2020-07-21 Extension of coverage,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Covid19_deconfinement_measures, Emergency grants, extending coverage siha https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/news/how-coronavirus-supplemen…
Australia: JobKeeper extension australia Treasury.gov.au (21.07.2020) On 21 July, the Government announced it is extending the JobKeeper Payment until 28 March 2021 and is targeting support to those businesses and not-for-profits which continue to be significantly impacted by the Coronavirus. From 28 September 2020, eligibility for the… On 21 July, the Government announced it is extending the JobKeeper Payment until 28 March 2021 and is targeting support to those businesses and not-for-profits which continue to be significantly impacted by the Coronavirus. From 28 September 2020, eligibility for the JobKeeper Payment will be based on actual turnover in the relevant periods, the payment will be stepped down and paid at two rates. 2020-07-21 JobKeeper extension On 21 July, the Government announced it is extending the JobKeeper Payment until 28 March 2021 and is targeting support to those businesses and not-for-profits which continue to be significantly impacted by the Coronavirus. From 28 September 2020, eligibility for the JobKeeper… Unemployment,Extension of coverage Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Covid19_deconfinement_measures, Emergency grants, youth employment siha https://treasury.gov.au/coronavirus/jobkeeper/extension
Singapore: The Courage Fund For Lower-Income Households affected by COVID-19 singapore Ministry of Social and Family Development (31.07.2020) The Courage Fund will help lower-income households affected by COVID-19 who meet the following criteria: 1. At least one household member is a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident. 2. At least one household member contracted COVID-… The Courage Fund, one-time lump sum of up to $1,000, is paid to lower-income households affected by COVID-19. Applications should be made within 6 months from the end of the Home Quarantine Order.  2020-07-31 The Courage Fund For Lower-Income Households affected by COVID-19 Target beneficiaries and eligibility criteria The Courage Fund will help lower-income households affected by COVID-19 who meet the following criteria: 1. At least one household member is a Singapore Citizen or Permanent… Social assistance,Cash transfers,Social protection floor,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, poverty siha https://www.msf.gov.sg/assistance/Pages/covid19relief.aspx#CSG
Singapore: COVID-19 Support Grant singapore Ministry of Social and Family Development (31.07.2020) COVID-19 Support Grant is paid to Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents, aged 16 years and above, who are presently involuntarily unemployed due to retrenchment or contract termination, or presently on involuntary no-pay… COVID-19 Support Grant is paid to Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents, aged 16 years and above, who are involuntarily unemployed due to retrenchment or contract termination, or on involuntary no-pay leave (NPL) for at least three consecutive months, or experiencing reduced monthly salary of at least 30% for at least three consecutive months as a result of the economic impact of COVID-19. Monthly cash grant of up to $800, for 3 months for those… 2020-07-31 Target beneficiaries and eligibility criteria Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents, aged 16 years and above, who are presently involuntarily unemployed due to retrenchment or contract termination, or presently on involuntary no-pay leave (NPL) for at least three… Unemployment,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants siha https://www.msf.gov.sg/assistance/Pages/covid19relief.aspx#CSG
Singapore: Self-employed person income relief scheme (SIRS) singapore NTUC (31.07.2020) SIRS helps Singaporean self-employed persons (SEPs) with less means and family support tide over this period of extraordinary economic uncertainty. SEPs to receive $3,000 each in May, July and October 2020.  SIRS ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA​ Singaporean SEPs can apply for SIRS… Self-employed person income relief scheme (SIRS) helps Singaporean self-employed persons (SEPs) with less means and family support tide over this period of extraordinary economic uncertainty. SEPs to receive $3,000 each in May, July and October 2020. Singaporean SEPs who meet all of the eligibility criteria do not need to apply for SIRS. they will be notified via SMS and letter and receive their first payout from 27 May automatically. 2020-07-31 SIRS helps Singaporean self-employed persons (SEPs) with less means and family support tide over this period of extraordinary economic uncertainty. NTUC is assisting the Ministry of Manpower to manage applications and appeals of those who do not auto-qualify. SIRS ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA​… Service delivery,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, self-employed, service delivery siha https://www.ntuc.com.sg/sirs/#about-us
Uruguay: New consultation channels uruguay bps.gub.uy (24.07.2020) BPS lanza tres nuevos canales que facilitan el acceso a las consultas de Subsidio por Desempleo: web, WhatsApp y app móvil BPS Personas. Buscando facilitar el acceso a la información, con las dificultades que el contexto de emergencia sanitaria presenta, pensando en las… The Social Welfare Bank (BPS) launches three new channels that facilitate access to Unemployment Subsidy queries: web, WhatsApp and BPS People mobile app. 2020-07-24 BPS lanza tres nuevos canales que facilitan el acceso a las consultas de Subsidio por Desempleo: web, WhatsApp y app móvil BPS Personas.   Buscando facilitar el acceso a la información, con las dificultades que el contexto de emergencia sanitaria presenta, pensando en las personas y con base… E-services,Service quality Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, digital platforms mmarquez https://www.bps.gub.uy/17407/nuevos-canales-de-consulta-sobre-subsidio-por-dese…
Republic of Korea: Job maintenance cost loan project korea, Republic of The Ministry of Employment and Labor (30.07.2020) The Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation announced that they will accept the loan maintenance project for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with no financial resources due to the temporary management… Job maintenance cost loan for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with no financial resources due to the temporary management difficulties following the spread of Corona 19.  This is to reduce the burden on the employer and strengthen the employment stability of workers by lending funds to employers who have difficulty in paying leave allowances. It can be loaned on the condition of at least 1 million won to 100 million won per company per loan loan and 1.5% per year (temporary… 2020-07-30 The 100 million won limit for small and medium-sized business owners who have reported an employment maintenance plan is closed. The Ministry of Employment and Labor (Jae-Gap Lee) and the Korea Labor Welfare Corporation (Chair Soon-hee Kang) announced that they will accept the loan maintenance… Unemployment,Employment policies,COVID-19,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, sustainability, youth employment siha http://www.moel.go.kr/news/enews/report/enewsView.do?news_seq=11230
Republic of Korea: Newly established an Emergency livelihood fund loan program for construction workers korea, Republic of Ministry of Employment and Labor (30.03.2020) Construction workers are being hit hard by the spread of Covid-19 due to delayed contracts and construction suspensions. Zero-interest loans will be provided to construction workers from mid-April to help their livelihoods, with individual loans capped… Newly established an Emergency livelihood fund loan program for construction workers from April to August 2020-03-30 Construction workers] Newly established an Emergency livelihood fund loan program (from April to August)   ↳ 87,000 workers, will be provided with individual loans capped at KRW 2 million (zero interest) - Construction workers are being hit hard by the spread of Covid-19 due to delayed… Unemployment,Employment of young workers,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, youth employment siha http://www.moel.go.kr/english/poli/poliNewsnews_view.jsp?idx=1559
Republic of Korea: Emergency livelihood aid for Workers on unpaid leave korea, Republic of Ministry of Employment and Labor (30.03.2020) ‘Special Regional Employment Support Aid' will be given to 100 thousand workers, at the rate of KRW 500 thousand a month / ‘Emergency Welfare Aid’ of an average of KRW 650 thousand a month (for a month+α) will be provided. 17 administrative regions… ‘Special Regional Employment Support Aid' will be given to 100 thousand workers, at the rate of KRW 500 thousand a month for up to two months. / ‘Emergency Welfare Aid’ of an average of KRW 650 thousand a month (for a month+α) will be provided. 2020-03-30 [Workers on unpaid leave and on leave of absence] Emergency livelihood aid   ↳‘Special Regional Employment Support Aid' will be given to 100 thousand workers, at the rate of KRW 500 thousand a month / ‘Emergency Welfare Aid’ of an average of KRW 650 thousand a month (for a month+α) will be… Unemployment,Cash transfers Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, self-employed, youth employment siha http://www.moel.go.kr/english/poli/poliNewsnews_view.jsp?idx=1559
New Caledonia: Deferral of social contributions for the self-employed New Caledonia CAFAT (30.07.2020) As a self-employed worker, the due date for payment of  your provisional contributions for the 2nd quarter of 2020 set on March 31 and the due date for payment of your provisional contributions for the 3rd quarter of 2020 set on June 30, are payable on September 30, 2020. Due date for payment of  self-employed's provisional contributions for the 2nd quarter of 2020 set on March 31 and the due date for payment of provisional contributions for the 3rd quarter of 2020 set on June 30, are payable on September 30, 2020. 2020-07-30 As a self-employed worker, the due date for payment of  your provisional contributions for the 2nd quarter of 2020 set on March 31 and the due date for payment of your provisional contributions for the 3rd quarter of 2020 set on June 30, are payable on September 30, 2020. You are… Contribution collection and compliance,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19, self-employed siha https://www.cafat.nc/web/assures/les-mesures-de-soutien
New Caledonia: Deferral of social contributions for employers New Caledonia CAFAT (30.07.2020) The payment dates for contributions due by employers forced to reduce or suspend their activities due to the health emergency measures adopted on March 23, 2020 are as follows: The payment of social contributions for the 1st calendar quarter of 2020 (due April 30, 2020) is… The payment of social contributions due by employers for the 1st calendar quarter of 2020 (due April 30, 2020) is postponed to September 30, 2020. The payment of social contributions for the 2nd calendar quarter of 2020 (due July 31, 2020) is postponed to October 30, 2020. 2020-07-30 The payment dates for contributions due by employers forced to reduce or suspend their activities due to the health emergency measures adopted on March 23, 2020 are as follows: The payment of social contributions for the 1st calendar quarter of 2020 (due April 30, 2020) is postponed to September… Employment,Contribution collection and compliance,COVID-19,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary contribution collection, covid19 siha https://www.cafat.nc/web/assures/les-mesures-de-soutien
New Caledonia: Increase in family benefits for childcare New Caledonia Government of New Caledonia (16.07.2020) The government has instituted an exceptional increase in family benefits for the salaried worker who has had no other solution, due to the closure of nurseries and schools as of March 19, 2020, than to stay at home to keep their child (ren) under 16 and… Exceptional increase in family benefits for the salaried worker who has had no other solution, due to the closure of nurseries and schools as of March 19, 2020, than to stay at home to keep their child (ren) under 16 and suffered as a result a loss of wages. 2020-07-16 The government has instituted an exceptional increase in family benefits for the salaried worker who has had no other solution, due to the closure of nurseries and schools as of March 19, 2020, than to stay at home to keep his / her child (ren) under 16 and suffered as a result a loss of wages… Family benefits,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, family siha https://gouv.nc/info-coronavirus-covid-19/infos-economie
New Caledonia: Reinforced partial unemployment "Covid-19 allowance" New Caledonia Government of New Caledonia (16.07.2020) Covid-19 allowance has been extended for companies durably affected by the health crisis for a period of three months, from 1 st June 2020 to 31 August 2020 with the possibility of extending it for another three months. The… Covid-19 allowance has been extended for companies durably affected by the health crisis for a period of three months, from 1 st June 2020 to 31 August 2020 with the possibility of extending it for another three months. The amount is 100% of the salary for employees remunerated at the guaranteed minimum hourly wage of the sector of activity concerned, and 70% of the last gross salary within the limit of 4.5 times the minimum wage in other cases. 2020-07-16 Partial unemployment is a device that helps safeguard the employment of employees in companies going through a difficult period. The government has decided to strengthen this system to deal with the difficulties associated with the measures taken to fight against the spread of Covid-19 in New… Employment,Unemployment,Cash transfers,Shocks & extreme events,COVID-19,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, Emergency grants, self-employed, youth employment siha https://gouv.nc/info-coronavirus-covid-19/infos-economie
Martinique: COVID-19 teleconsultations Martinique Martinique Regional Health Agency (30.03.2020) From Monday March 30, healthcare professionals will be able to carry out teleconsultations more easily with the “ Médiconsult ” tool . After the patient's call, the doctor suggests an appointment for a teleconsultation. … Teleconsultations between healthcare professionals and patients using “ Médiconsult ” tool. If only a patient has  a smartphone, a tablet or a computer equipped with a webcam, a microphone and a speaker, they can have teleconsultation with healthcare professionals. 2020-03-30 COVID-19 teleconsultations From Monday March 30, healthcare professionals will be able to carry out teleconsultations more easily with the “ Médiconsult ” tool . Equipment  required the health professional: a computer equipped with a webcam, a microphone and a… Health,Information and communication technology,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, digital inclusion, service delivery siha https://www.martinique.ars.sante.fr/coronavirus-actualite-et-conduite-tenir-6
Bono Cuidar y Cuidarse: monto, requisitos y cómo conseguirlo - AS.com venezuela as.com (20.07.2020) La entrega del nuevo bono "Cuidar y Cuidarse" comenzó el pasado de julio y se entregara de manera directa y gradual. El bono es una entrega de 900.000 bolívares y corresponde a más de dos salarios mínimos. Este bono es el decimosegundo bono de protección social que se… Delivery of the new "Cuidar y Cuidarse" (Taking care of others and of one self) bonus began last July and will be delivered directly and gradually. The bonus is a delivery of 900,000 bolivars and corresponds to more than two minimum wages. This bonus is the twelfth social protection bonus given to the population during the quarantine. 2020-07-14 La pandemia del coronavirus ha provocado una gran crisis económica en toda Venezuela. Muchos trabajadores y familias no tienen apenas ingresos para hacer frente a los gastos que está generando la enfermedad y, por eso, el presidente Nicolás Maduro ha creado el Bono Cuidar y Cuidarse. … Social assistance,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez https://as.com/diarioas/2020/07/20/actualidad/1595268049_449096.html
Venuezuela: Bono Padre Bolívar venezuela as.com (26.07.2020) Un nuevo bono ha salido a la luz en Venezuela, el bono "Padre Bolívar" en honor a Simón Bolívar. Este bono comenzó a entregarse el pasado 24 de julio y estará vigente hasta el 31 de julio. El monto es de 1.000.000 bolívares. The new bond "Padre Bolívar" began to be issued last July 24 and will be valid until July 31. The amount is 1,000,000 bolívares. 2020-07-24 Un nuevo bono ha salido a la luz en Venezuela, el Bono Padre Bolívar en honor a Simón Bolívar. Este bono comenzó a entregarse el pasado 24 de julio y estará vigente hasta el 31 de julio. El presidente Nicolás Maduro sigue sacando bonos durante la pandemia del coronavirus, donde la… Social assistance,Cash transfers,COVID-19 Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19 mmarquez https://as.com/diarioas/2020/07/26/actualidad/1595782318_866223.html
Réunion: Regional safeguard fund Réunion Réunion Region (18.05.2020) This fund is part of a principle of subsidiarity, in addition to the other mechanisms operated by the State and the local authorities, and must allow “last resort” intervention. It is therefore mobilized if: • the applicant does not have access to a bank loan or to other… The fund targets the applicant does not have access to a bank loan or to other support tools offered by the State, the Region (rebound loan) or other communities, including entrepreneurs, micro-entrepreneurs and small businesses, up to 10 employees, unable to obtain a bank loan; associations and groups of associative employers with a workforce of between 1 and 20 employees,  and whose activity is related to certain fields: culture, sport, tourism, etc. 2020-05-18 Fund objective This fund is part of a principle of subsidiarity, in addition to the other mechanisms operated by the State and the local authorities, and must allow “last resort” intervention. It is therefore mobilized if: • the applicant does not have access to a bank loan or to other support… Shocks & extreme events,COVID-19,Financial crisis Proposition_SS_Monitor_covid19, Published Measures summary covid19, economic crisis, self-employed, sustainability, youth employment siha https://www.regionreunion.com/actualite/toute-l-actualite/article/fonds-regiona…