Saturday, May 2, 2020

Country policy responses in ASEAN to Covid19

Countries are taking unprecedented measures to combat the spread of the disease, while ameliorating its pernicious effect on the economy and labour market. Find out the policies implemented by governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, and the ILO in 188 countries and territories. Content can be found in one of the ILO official languages (English, French and Spanish) depending on the country.

How policies are reported

Country policy responses are presented within the four pillars of action defined by the ILO to lessen the impact of COVID-19 on businesses, jobs and the most vulnerable members of society.

Pillar 1: Supporting enterprises, employment and incomes

Active fiscal policy
Accommodative monetary policy
Lending and financial support to specific sectors including the health sector

Pillar 2: Stimulating the economy and jobs

Extend social protection for all
Implement employment retention measures
Provide financial/tax and other relief for enterprises

Pillar 3: Protecting workers in the workplace

Strengthen OSH measures
Adapt work arrangements (e.g. teleworking)
Prevent discrimination and exclusion
Provide health access for all
Expand access to paid leave

Pillar 4: Using social dialogue between government, workers and employers to find solutions

Strengthen the capacity and resilience of employers’ and workers’ organizations
Strengthen the capacity of governments
Strengthen social dialogue, collective bargaining and labour relations institutions and processes

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