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The Way Forward: A Conversation with Dr. Mohamed El-Erian

· David Malpass, President of the World Bank Group (International)

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ContextRemarks by David Malpass, President of the World Bank Group: The Way Forward: A Conversation with Dr. Mohamed El-Erian.

Why it mattersMalpass argues for pre-emptive debt solutions.

Problems raised
  1. Many countries have accumulated too much debt.
  2. Ex-post debt solutions are messy.
  3. Development needs faster progress.
Solutions proposed
  1. Pursue pre-emptive debt solutions.
  2. Work with the IMF on debt.
  3. Learn from experienced economists.
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