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Does debt relief help economies grow?

Tom White

29th June 2015

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Many governments are hampered by huge fiscal deficits leading to the accumulation of large national debts. This can be a serious obstacle for growth and development, especially for several of the world’s poorest countries. What evidence is there that cancellation of these debts boosts economic performance?

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