Abstract
The article examines the measures to support small and medium-sized businesses implemented by the government of the Republic of Tuva during the period of combating the spread of coronavirus infection (COVID-19). The author highlights the main directions of state support in the form of tax preferences and exemptions from paying rent payments, describes their advantages and disadvantages. Based on the opinions of experts, the author assesses the possible consequences of the current situation for the economy of the republic. The conclusion about the need to support small and medium-sized businesses as an important economic entity is made.