Making Debt Data Transparent and Sustainable Amidst Debt Distress

As countries emerge from the pandemic, they face exacerbated debt levels, increased inflationary and interest rate pressures, and slowing growth rate. Consequently, debt risks and vulnerabilities are at an all-time high. This intermediate-level course was held in Perugia (Italy) on 10-15 June, 2024 and provided an in-depth understanding of debt statistics from the World Bank Debtor Reporting System (DRS) and the methodologies for compiling external debt statistics. Participants examined gaps and discrepancies that undermine confidence in debt statistics, impact debt sustainability, and complicate debt restructuring. 

  • Duration

    40 hours

  • Location

    Perugia, Italy

  • Training typology

    Onsite

  • Certificate

    For onsite trainees

What's included?

  • Hands-on sessions
  • Text materials
  • Assessments
  • Certification
  • Peer to peer discussions

Learning Objectives

  • Comprehend World Bank policies and actions to address debt challenges and support countries in debt distress. 
  • Recognize the significance of debt data and statistics in policymaking. 
  • Grasp debt concepts and definitions through World Bank DRS methodologies.

Who we were looking for

Debt specialists and mid-level officials in Debt Management Offices (DMOs) at Ministries of Finance or similar institutions; Balance of Payments (BoP) and International Investment Position (IIP) departments at Central Banks or similar institutions.

Meet our core team

Evis Rucaj
Senior Economist at the World Bank's Development Data Group
Rubena Sukaj
Senior Economist for the Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS)
Joao Miguel Falcao Pinto Da Silva 
Economist at the World Bank

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