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• Many economies depend on trust—if investors doubt a country’s ability to service debt, markets can tighten, leading to sharp crises or defaults.

High interest rates and sluggish growth make debt servicing more challenging, equivalent to a "debt trap." Although outright sovereign default remains rare among developed nations owing in their own currencies, the risk is not zero—especially if investor confidence erodes.

Will the Debt Ever Be Fully Paid?

Historically, countries have preferred to manage and roll over debt rather than clear it outright. As long as growth keeps pace with debt accumulation, ratios can stabilize. But if growth slows or reverses, trouble looms.

Projected Trends and What Lies Ahead