Sudan Tops Arab Debt Levels
Sudan's economy is suffering from a severe financial crisis, which has led it to top the Arab countries in the burden of public debt, reaching approximately 169.1% of GDP in 2026, according to the International Monetary Fund. This dominance is due to ongoing financial pressures caused by the war that broke out in April 2023, which has destroyed the economic infrastructure, led to a contraction in production, decreased revenues, and caused many key sectors to come to a halt. The war has also increased the burden of public debt, as resources have been concentrated on military financing at the expense of essential services and investment, deepening the crisis and weakening prospects for economic recovery and attracting investment. At the same time, the debt-to-GDP ratio in Sudan has doubled the regional average of 44.7%.
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