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Debt Crisis Threatens Vital Services in Low-Income Countries

4/21/2025

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In 2023, low and middle-income countries grappled with staggering debt servicing costs of $1.4 trillion, jeopardizing vital services. African nations, weighed down by escalating debt, struggle to enact crucial reforms amid public pushback. As the SDG 2030 deadline looms, international financial institutions must focus on social protections to safeguard vulnerable communities during these challenging economic times.

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In 2023, low and middle-income countries grappled with staggering debt servicing costs of $1.4 trillion, jeopardizing vital services. African nations, weighed down by escalating debt, struggle to enact crucial reforms amid public pushback. As the SDG 2030 deadline looms, international financial institutions must focus on social protections to safeguard vulnerable communities during these challenging economic times.