DebtTalks

Beyond debt: financing development through equity and productive assets

This episode looks at how developing countries can finance their growth without adding to already heavy debt burdens. From the lessons of past debt relief to the use of s

Debt, investment and impact

This episode explores how development finance can unlock private investment where it matters most. From supporting Ukraine’s recovery and strengthening economic resilienc

Debt in a higher-rate world

In this episode, Paola sits down with Sonja Gibbs to unpack the shifting global debt landscape – tariffs, supply-chain strain and higher interest rates driving up governm

Students take on sovereign debt : cure or prevention?

Sciences Po students Marius Guerin and Tom Krauthausen join Paola Subacchi to discuss what the G20 should prioritise as the United Kingdom prepares to take the chair in 2

Global debt in a higher debt world

Global debt is entering a more expensive and uncertain phase. Drawing on the OECD Global Debt Report 2026, Paola Subacchi talks to Nicolas Pinaud about the outlook for so

The price of power: who pays for critical minerals?

In this episode, Paola Subacchi is joined by Nicolas Niarchos to explore the growing global race for critical metals, especially those powering the batteries behind our d

Digging out of debt: sovereign finance in commodity economies

In this episode, Paola Subacchi sits down with Kamran Ahmad to unpack a persistent paradox: why countries rich in natural resources so often struggle to build lasting pro

Debt at the tipping point: warning signs and viable options

In this episode of DebtTalks, Paola Subacchi and Martin Kessler explore what happens when a country begins to face mounting debt pressures. What are the early warning sig

Mobilising capital for economic transformation in Latin America

Episode 13 of DebtTalks dives into how Latin America can unlock domestic finance to power - funding major infrastructure while supporting SMEs - to the rise of innovative

From crisis bonds to long-term investment: financing Europe’s future

As the European Union has emerged as a major bond issuer since the Covid-19 pandemic, this episode explores the fast-growing market for sovereign, sub-sovereign and supra

Retrenching aid in a volatile world

As advanced economies cut international aid, Paola Subacchi and Clemence Landers assess the consequences for developing countries and the global economy. As funding decli

Inside Africa’s debt toolkit

In this episode Paola Subacchi and Barthélemy Faye explore the shifting landscape of finance for development in Africa. As countries expand their access to capital market

Debt in a low-growth world

This episode features Paola Subacchi in conversation with former EU Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni. They explore how ageing, climate pressures and, more recently, defence s

Closing the financing gaps: innovative finance for developing countries

Join Paola Subacchi and Guillaume Arditti for a lively and engaging conversation on financial constraints that developing countries face – and how innovative financial to

Advancing global financial reforms in a turbulent multilateral context

Join Paola Subacchi and Piera Tortora for an in-depth discussion on how international policy cooperation can respond to pressing global challenges, including debt and cli

What’s next for Ukraine ?

In this episode DebtTalks departs from our usual long-view approach to engage directly with the latest headlines. Paola and Elina Ribakova explore the financial options a

Finance for social good : the Council of Europe Development Bank

In this episode Paola Subacchi and Carlo Monticelli explore the transformative role finance can play in driving social change. Carlo shares insights into the Council of E

Debt and Politics

This episode features political scientists Layna Mosley and Peter Rosendorff in conversation with Paola Subacchi about the domestic and international politics that surrou

Swapping Debt for Development

How can countries in critical debt positions secure the financing they need to invest in critical infrastructure? And when should they rely on grants instead of loans – e

Debt Management in Practice

In this episode, Paola sits down with Nicole Kearse to explore the intricacies of debt management. Drawing on Nicole’s extensive experience at the African Legal Support F