Archbishops Call for UK Action on 'Crushing Weight of Unjust Debt' in Commonwealth Nations

Archbishops from Scotland and Africa have urged the UK government to address the severe debt burden faced by many Commonwealth nations, describing it as the worst global debt crisis in over 30 years. They highlight that a significant portion of international private creditor debt contracts for lower-income countries are governed by English law, giving the UK a crucial role in facilitating debt renegotiations. One in three Commonwealth nations struggles with debt that hinders progress in health, education, and climate resilience.