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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

China uses US debt battle to deflect pressure on Africa debt

Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

The Chinese government says the United States should stop pressuring it on debt relief for Zambia and get its own financial house to avert a default and possible repercussions for the global economy.

The Chinese embassy in Zambia responded Tuesday to remarks by U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who said on a visit to the African nation this week that it’s crucial to address its heavy debt burden with China.

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