The coronavirus (COVID-19) disease has spread all over the world infecting millions and killing thousands. Governments have taken unprecedented measures to tackle the outbreak of the pandemic including imposing draconian lockdowns and strict social distancing practices. In response to COVID-19 pandemic, Bangladesh government, businesses, family and citizens had to take drastic actions and there is staggering evidence of its impact on the economy, jobs and lives of the people. The world has entered into recession as declared by IMF, the deadly pandemic is causing an economic fallout that may drive millions into poverty and further increase inequality. The Government of Bangladesh have taken welcomed approaches to protect people along with measures to prevent the pandemic disease from spreading, offer relief packages for the poor under the “Ghore Pera” programme, halted the loan reclassification for those unable to pay loans or micro-loans, provided tax exemptions for importation of much-needed kits, PPE and declared stimulus package for the RMG and other affected sectors. At, A.S. & Associates, we have been in the forefront disseminating information and orders of the government in relation to COVID-19. Since 21st March 2020, we have been compiling and sharing the orders of the different government agencies including the Central Bank of Bangladesh, Foreign Minister, Health Department, Home Office etc. This resource centre is a compilation of the economic and health response to the coronavirus situation in brief with a hyperlink to visit the circular/order. We encourage you to review this information in order to assess risks and opportunities arising from the impact of COVID-19 on you and your organisation. Our team will be available to assist/ guide you during this crisis moment through legal advice and innovative strategies for dealing with unprecedented challenges.
COVID 19 : Special Bulletin
