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How the US could easily avoid default

As the US hits its $31 trillion debt ceiling, there’s a danger it could default. Yet the solution to avoiding the debt ceiling is surprisingly simple.

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Governments in the red

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How to end the deadly government debt spiral

COVID-19 triggered a massive increase in government debt, mainly in low-income countries. But it would be economically wrong to put all the blame on COVID.

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A potential debt trap in Nepal

If the government of Nepal is not too careful with debt diplomacy, it might face a similar fate to Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

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Pakistan’s debt is a teetering house of cards

Pakistan faces a wave of problems on multiple fronts, but its growing debt can no longer be overlooked as inflation soars and foreign reserves crumble.

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Government debt: you’re a part of it. Is it a problem?

Eye-watering government debt makes for good headlines, but how much is too much is far less clear.

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How Sri Lanka sleepwalked over a debt cliff

The issues that led Sri Lanka to become an economic basket case in 2022 serve as a warning for other nations.

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Creditors, politicians and ‘morons’: who’s really caught in the government debt trap?

When nations get caught in spiralling debt, it’s future generations who will end up paying the price.

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Debt cancellation: no quick fix to climate funding crunch

Time is short to act on loss and damage funding, after no action at COP26. With economic pain worsening, a new solution is gaining traction— debt cancellation.

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Mobile workers key to Pacific prosperity

Encouraging work abroad schemes could help Pacific Island nations to steer their way clear of crippling debt.

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How games can inform, educate and raise awareness

The battle to reduce road deaths

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How the US could easily avoid default

Governments in the red

How to end the deadly government debt spiral

A potential debt trap in Nepal

Pakistan’s debt is a teetering house of cards

Government debt: you’re a part of it. Is it a problem?

How Sri Lanka sleepwalked over a debt cliff

Creditors, politicians and ‘morons’: who’s really caught in the government debt trap?

Debt cancellation: no quick fix to climate funding crunch

Mobile workers key to Pacific prosperity

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