Home Business BOJ launches new loan scheme, extends deadline for virus-combating steps by six... Business BOJ launches new loan scheme, extends deadline for virus-combating steps by six months By Genpie - May 22, 2020 143 0 Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest WhatsApp The Bank of Japan decided on Friday to launch a new lending facility that aims to channel more funds to small and midsize businesses suffering from the economic blow of the coronavirus pandemic.