debt trap diplomacy

How ineffective foreign investment and corrupt state elites pose a threat to the sovereignty of Central Asia’s poorest nation.

The authors’ recent book, which includes a survey of opinion leaders from BRI stakeholder countries, debunks the “debt-trap diplomacy” thesis.

U.S. and Chinese attempts to shape Latin American governments’ lending options raise issues of sovereignty and choice.

The US has begun to copy questionable Chinese behaviors, from aggressive diplomatic criticism to forcing sell-offs and joint ventures.

Its economy battered by COVID-19, the nation's sovereign reserves have fallen to less than $1 billion, putting it on the brink of default.

Insights from Linda Calabrese.

More than an overstated “debt trap,” Sri Lanka should consider the environmental and labor impacts of Chinese investment.

The new president’s election manifesto pledged to “revisit” the 99 year lease transfer of Hambantota port.

China could share its experience in fintech to help developing countries raise their tax income.

Can East Asia come together to strengthen its financial system?

Sri Lanka’s debt crisis and Chinese loans – separating myth from reality.