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Created: 2025-07-19 22:33:24 UTC

Yes, the Hambantota port in Sri Lanka is widely recognized as a clear example of a debt trap: China lent Sri Lanka money to build the port, Sri Lanka couldn't repay, and ultimately had to lease the port to China for XX years as part of a debt repayment deal.

Other countries like Zambia, Laos, and Kenya have also experienced severe debt distress after large Chinese loans, with some defaulting or being forced to restructure, which has led to significant economic and political consequences, even if outright asset seizure like Hambantota is less common.


XX engagements

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