Ghana reached an agreement with bondholders, marking a significant step toward debt relief and economic recovery. Bondholders agreed to a 37% haircut on the principal amount, translating to approximately $4.7 billion in losses. This agreement addresses Ghana’s $13 billion external debt burden. This deal follows successful negotiations with official creditors, including China and France, to […]
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