Stephen Roach: Only Real Crisis Fix Is Structural Reform

The transcript discusses the challenges of debt in the global economy, highlighting Adair Turner's critique of the assumption that all debt will be resold. It emphasizes the need to address structural issues rather than relying on financial engineering and untested monetary policies for economic recovery. The discussion includes the unsustainable debt burdens of Greece and Japan and praises China's efforts to tackle structural problems. The overall message is the importance of addressing root causes of economic crises rather than superficial fixes.

In what ways does the text suggest that countries like Greece and Japan can improve their economic situations?

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What criticisms are made regarding current monetary policies in the text?

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