‘Countries are defying gravity’: how much longer can global economy resist chaos?

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   Global Economy Defies Chaos as IMF Warns of Rising Debt and AI Risks

   Policymakers from more than 100 countries gathered at the International Monetary Fund annual meeting in Bangkok to contemplate the surprising strength of the global economy. Despite geopolitical crises, sky-high oil prices, and war risks, economic resilience has surprised observers. However, the International Monetary Fund warns that this durability is being bought at a high cost through higher fiscal deficits and rising public debt. Officials also cautioned that an artificial intelligence bubble could burst and take the global economy down with it.

   Why it matters

   The meetings highlighted a disconnect between ongoing global instability, including Middle East conflicts, and the stubborn resilience displayed by international markets. While the United States has hailed its economic momentum, other nations face severe economic pain as artificial intelligence booms shield only a select few countries. Analysts warn that unsustainable government subsidies and massive public borrowing are keeping the global system afloat artificially.

   What is confirmed

   • Policymakers from more than 100 countries gathered for the International Monetary Fund annual meeting in Bangkok.
   • The International Monetary Fund warned that an artificial intelligence bubble could burst and take the global economy with it.
   • Global economic resilience has persisted despite geopolitical crises and sky-high oil prices.
   • Economic resilience is being supported by higher fiscal deficits, rising public debt, and subsidies.

   Still unconfirmed

   • President Trump launched military operations against the Iranian regime on February 28.

   What to watch next

   • Discussions on artificial intelligence safeguards and ethical frameworks at international summits
   • Future updates on global fiscal deficits and public debt levels from the International Monetary Fund
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   6. WSJ — AI Boom Shields Select Few Nations as Economic Pain Sweeps Globe
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