China Unveils $1.4 Trillion Stimulus to Bolster Economy Amid Challenges
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China has approved a $1.4 trillion debt package to support its struggling economy by allowing local governments to refinance their debt and issue special bonds. The plan aims to reduce hidden debt and free up resources for economic growth, though it represents only a small percentage of GDP and is seen as insufficient by some economists. The move comes amid challenges like pandemic restrictions and a real estate crisis, with the risk of defaults rising in some regions.
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