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Why is government debt a risk?
The IMF lists rising government borrowing costs as a key risk. High national debt levels can limit a government's ability to respond to economic shocks, like an AI share crash, by borrowing more or cutting taxes. This could worsen a crisis and prolong its impact on citizens.
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