China seeks compromise on debt of struggling nations.

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Source: The Wall Street Journal
China seeks compromise on debt of struggling nations.
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China is in talks with a group of poor countries to reach a compromise on their debt, as the countries struggle to repay loans amid the pandemic. The negotiations involve extending the repayment period and reducing interest rates. The move comes as China faces criticism for its lending practices in developing countries, which some say lead to debt traps and undermine their sovereignty.

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