COVID 19 pandemic is testing the resilience and administrative capabilities of both developed and developing nations. Countries with democratic-federal setup find it even more difficult to counter the menace of COVID 19 virus as it demands co-operation amongst units (provinces/states) and at the same time requires transparency, accountability and authenticity in government’s action.COVID 19’s propensity to spread quickly and without knowing borders makes it essential that the fight against the virus be carried on in a similar fashion – without recognising state borders and in a rapid and united manner.
Reports of federal units quarrelling in securing medical equipment and testing ....