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From unemployment to sharp declines in GDP, and from growing inequalities to increased risk of violence against women, CGD is examining the impact of the novel coronavirus from all angles. In timely analysis and in-depth research, our experts are assessing the depth and scale of the crisis to help policymakers prioritize the most vulnerable populations.

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