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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 11 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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As countries around the globe respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, business operations must adapt to changing rules and new restrictions. Many countries have limited business activity and travel, and many have taken actions that impact employee wages and benefits. In addition, several nations have issued economic stimulus measures that may provide companies with opportunities for loans or other support.
Many countries, according to a <a href="https://www.globaltradealert.org/reports/51" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">recent report</a>, have enacted export restrictions on medical supplies and other items needed to treat patients with COVID-19. These restrictions may change quickly. According to a <a href="https://www.wto.org/english/news_e/news20_e/dgra_26mar20_e.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">G20 press release</a>, members will &ldquo;work to ensure the flow of vital medical supplies, critical agricultural products, and other goods and services, and work to resolve disruptions to the global supply chain.&rdquo;
We have prepared a <a href="https://www.thompsonhine.com/uploads/1345/doc/Country-by-Country_Guide_-_Government_Measures_Taken_in_Response_to_COVID-19.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">chart that provides a compilation of reports</a> of economic, employment, safety and export-related emergency measures implemented by countries in response to this crisis. It is not intended as legal advice but as a practical resource for companies adapting to the global pandemic.

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Country Guide: COVID-19 Foreign Government Measures