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"Chinese loan contracts often include far-reaching confidentiality clauses that bar the borrower from revealing the terms or even the existence of the debt," according to a study in The Journal of Economic Perspectives.
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A study in The Journal of Economic Perspectives found that Chinese loan contracts often contain confidentiality clauses that prevent the borrower from disclosing the debt's terms or existence.
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The Journal of Economic Perspectives
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{
    "source": "The Journal of Economic Perspectives",
    "finding": "Often include confidentiality clauses",
    "subject": "Chinese loan contracts"
}
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International Relations Finance Legal
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Created
September 18, 2026 at 11:14 PM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated
September 18, 2026 at 11:14 PM (3 weeks ago)

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American Tax Dollars Are Financing Cell Towers in Angola
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https://reason.com/2026/09/16/american-tax-dollars-are-financing-cell-towers-in-angola

The Trump administration is using U.S. Export-Import Bank funds to finance cell towers in Angola, aiming to counter China's influence. This strategy mirrors China's Belt and Road Initiative, which has led to significant debt distress for developing nations.

US Foreign Policy China Angola Export-Import Bank Infrastructure Debt Telecommunications Belt and Road Initiative

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