The government is to introduce a package of economic measures of €2 billion aimed at mitigating the effects of the coronavirus. The state will also temporarily halt contributions to the second pillar pension fund. In order to prevent layoffs at businesses that are undergoing difficulties, the unemployment insurance fund will cover 70% of workers’ incomes for two months.
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