Sri Lanka Finalizes $10 Billion Debt Restructuring Deal
Agreement with China and other nations marks critical step in economic recovery after 2022 financial crisis.
- Sri Lanka secured a moratorium on debt repayments until 2028, with extended terms until 2043.
- The deal covers bilateral debts with major creditors including China, India, Japan, and France.
- Stalled infrastructure projects, such as airport expansions and light rail, are set to resume.
- The agreement is a key condition for the $2.9 billion IMF bailout program.
- Sri Lanka still needs to negotiate terms with private bondholders to fully stabilize its economy.