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COVID-19 pandemic Philippines debt Rodrigo Duterte

August 23, 2020August 24, 2020

Philippines: Duterte’s borrowing spree hasn’t alleviated the impacts of COVID-19

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The Duterte administration is on a borrowing spree as it aims to cushion the blow of the COVID-19 pandemic. National Treasurer Rosalia de Leon

New Zealand

March 29, 2020March 31, 2020

COVID-19 in New Zealand: How should we judge the government’s response?

Posted By: Louie Encabo 1253 Views 2020 global recession, COVID-19, COVID-19 support package, featured, global pandemic, jacinda ardern, winston peters

In a world gripped by fear of the COVID-19 pandemic, state actors are facing unprecedented challenges. Countries around the world are implementing drastic measures: