Asked in a 1990 paperModerate

In 1990, during the Persian Gulf War, the U.S government extended generous terms to two middle-income countries by canceling or reducing their debt The two countries were ?

Correct answer: B. Egypt and Poland

  • A. Iraq and Iran
  • B. Egypt and Poland
  • C. Pakistan and Afghanistan
  • D. Saudi Arabia and Jordan

Explanation

Following the Persian Gulf War, the United States provided major debt relief or more generous repayment terms to Egypt and Poland. This was linked to their support for the U.S.-led coalition and broader geopolitical considerations.

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