UN Research: Women in Developing Nations Hardest Hit by Rising Debt

A new UN research report indicates that women in developing countries are disproportionately affected by the increasing global debt burden. The findings suggest a bleak outlook for these women, who face significant economic hardship.

4 May, 05:00 — 4 May, 05:00

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Women in developing countries hardest hit by rising debt burden, UN research finds

Study warns women face job losses and increased unpaid care duties as debt and conflict-driven turbulence force spending cuts Women are hit hardest when the debt burden in developing countries rises, a trend expected to worsen as the war in the Middle East continues, UN research shows. A report by experts from the UN Development Programme (UNDP), based on data from 85 countries gathered across three decades, shows women are disproportionately affected when debt repayments increase significant...

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