Since April, the state of emergency has been in effect and priority measures to prevent the spread of disease have been implemented in some regions, against the background of COVID-19 spreading along with an increase in variant cases. Downward pressure has continued to be exerted through these factors on economic activity, mainly in the face-to-face services sector.
Through a Subcommittee on Procurement, the Budget Committee will also be responsible for the procurement, management and control of supplies, services and assets of the Bank. In a further attempt to achieve greater transparency, the Bank has decided to establish a fully fledged Media Office.