This report examines the social policy response of the Government of Armenia to the Covid-19 crisis. Official data on the implemented programs suggest that since March 2020, around USD 55 million has been transferred to individuals and households as wage support, unemployment and family benefits, utility payment subsidies and tuition fee support. Survey data suggest that despite being early and extensive, government assistance has not been effective in relieving the financial stress and anxiety caused by the pandemic, while public expectations about the future remain pessimistic. As individuals most and least in need have benefited equally from the implemented programs, government assistance has also not been well-targeted.Note: * Support provided to employees and sole proprietors of the affected industries, as defined and listed in government decrees. Source: Authors' compilation from official document review and formal communication with implementing agencies. * Legislative reforms in other policy areas explicitly aimed at social protection, e.g., food subsidies or tax cuts aimed at social protection.Note on subnational governments (entered "not applicable" for all policy areas): Armenia is a unitary state and legal acts adopted by the Government and the National Assembly (decrees and laws) apply with equal force to all regions (marzes) of Armenia.
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