The Debt Crisis in Puerto Rico

With $73 billion of debt, a high unemployment rate, and a declining population, Puerto Rico is experiencing grave economic difficulties, causing many to question Puerto Rico’s governance and stability. How will the Puerto Rican government deal with its debt crisis and long-term economic challenges?

On November 6, Governance Studies at Brookings hosted an event to examine the debt crisis in Puerto Rico. A panel of experts discussed how the Puerto Rican economic crisis began, and what actions can and should be taken to help the ailing economy in the future.