Brazil's Ministry of Economy has reportedly announced the following measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic:
- A 0% import duty on specified medical supplies until 30 September 2020, as well as expedited customs clearance; and
- A 3-month deadline extension for the payment of federal taxes under the Simples Nacional regime and for employer contributions to the unemployment severance fund (FGTS).
Further details will be published once available.