Advancing Sovereign Debt Governance: Legislative Pathways to End the Debt Trap

As developing countries face deepening sovereign debt crises in which debt service payments surpass investments in health and education, trapping nations in cycles that undermine economic sovereignty and development, this strategic discussion will explore domestic legal strategies that can support systemic global debt reform. Featuring leading voices from the Global South, this interactive session examines how legislative pathways and responsible borrowing frameworks can break destructive debt patterns while fostering transparency, citizen participation, and accountability. Through an "End the Debt Trap" project lens, panelists will share comparative national experiences and discuss key international reform initiatives, offering concrete policy solutions for collaboration across regions and contributing to the urgent global conversation on sustainable debt management that prioritizes people over profit.

By invitation only