Multilateral debt service (TDS, current US$)

This financial metric captures the total annual debt service obligations—comprising both principal repayments and interest payments—associated with public and publicly guaranteed loans sourced from multilateral institutions, including the World Bank and regional development banks. By focusing on these international financial commitments, the indicator highlights the fiscal pressures faced by countries reliant on multilateral support for development projects. It is important to note that this measure excludes financing from international funds that are managed for bilateral governmental contributions, thus ensuring a clear distinction between multilateral and bilateral financing dynamics. Presented in current U.S. dollars, the data provides a real-time reflection of a nation's debt servicing capacity, crucial for assessing economic resilience and financial stability in the face of changing global economic conditions. Source: