>Japan’s huge government debt, which exceeds 200% of GDP, persistent deflation, reliance on exports to drive growth, and an aging and shrinking population are major long-term challenges for the economy. Public Debt Top 20, 2010 estimate Country Public Debt (billion USD) % of GDP per capita (USD) USA $9,133 62% $29,158 Japan $8,512 198% $67,303 Germany $2,446 83% $30,024 Italy $2,113 119% $34,627 India $2,107 52% $1,772 China $1,907 19% $1,427 France $1,767 82% $27,062 UK $1,654 76% $26,375 Brazil $1,281 59% $6,299 Canada $1,117 84% $32,829 Spain $823 60% $17,598 Mexico $577 37% $5,071 Greece $454 143% $42,216 Netherlands $424 63% $25,152 Turkey $411 43% $5,218 Belgium $398 101% … Continue reading >Central Intelligence Agency