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Is The Debt Trap Narrative Real?

Lye Liang Fook, Senior Fellow, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute

27-May-19 18:30

Is The Debt Trap Narrative Real?

We discuss the idea that China is engaging in "debt trap diplomacy", and how developed and developing countries should approach giving and receiving loans.

Produced by: Kelvin Yee, Loo Juosie

Presented by: Lee Chwi Lynn, Kelvin Yee


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Tags:  Evening Edition,  China,  debt trap diplomacy,  Sri Lanka,  Belt and Road Initiative,  developing countries,  economy, 


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