Sri Lanka's $1 bn debt restructured by IMF
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Sri Lanka's $1 bn debt restructured by IMF

Sri Lanka's financial distress is prompting a comprehensive approach to its debt burden. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is leading a restructuring program, targeting more than $1 billion in debt owed to India. This debt is a component of India's Line of Credit, which supported Sri Lanka's infrastructure development, encompassing roads, energy, water, and housing projects.

Presently, India's exposure to Sri Lanka amounts to around $3 billion. As part of the restructuring, potential debt "haircuts" for international lenders are being explored, although specific details are yet to be finalised. N. Ramesh, Deputy Managing Director of EXIM Bank of India, stated that various options are being considered, such as reducing principal amounts or extending repayment periods.

The IMF-approved extended arrangement, totaling $3 billion, serves to bolster Sri Lanka's economic policies and reforms over a 48-month period. With Sri Lanka's total foreign debt, including India's, at $41.5 billion, this restructuring initiative is a pivotal step toward stabilising the nation's financial outlook.

India remains committed to assisting Sri Lanka's economic development, particularly in enhancing transportation networks. Despite the challenges, cooperation endures between the two neighbouring countries. As Sri Lanka advances its domestic debt restructuring, the path is being paved for addressing obligations owed to foreign creditors. The completion of this restructuring process is anticipated by September, marking a significant stride toward financial recovery.

Sri Lanka's financial distress is prompting a comprehensive approach to its debt burden. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is leading a restructuring program, targeting more than $1 billion in debt owed to India. This debt is a component of India's Line of Credit, which supported Sri Lanka's infrastructure development, encompassing roads, energy, water, and housing projects.Presently, India's exposure to Sri Lanka amounts to around $3 billion. As part of the restructuring, potential debt haircuts for international lenders are being explored, although specific details are yet to be finalised. N. Ramesh, Deputy Managing Director of EXIM Bank of India, stated that various options are being considered, such as reducing principal amounts or extending repayment periods.The IMF-approved extended arrangement, totaling $3 billion, serves to bolster Sri Lanka's economic policies and reforms over a 48-month period. With Sri Lanka's total foreign debt, including India's, at $41.5 billion, this restructuring initiative is a pivotal step toward stabilising the nation's financial outlook.India remains committed to assisting Sri Lanka's economic development, particularly in enhancing transportation networks. Despite the challenges, cooperation endures between the two neighbouring countries. As Sri Lanka advances its domestic debt restructuring, the path is being paved for addressing obligations owed to foreign creditors. The completion of this restructuring process is anticipated by September, marking a significant stride toward financial recovery.

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