The government of Puerto Rico reported that the country defaulted on its public debt.
In the statement on the website of the Central Bank of Puerto Rico said that due to lack of funds managed to country pay only a small part of the debt.
By August 1, the creditors were to receive 58 million dollars, but instead they have listed only half a million dollars.
The total amount of the public debt of Puerto Rico is estimated at about 73 billion dollars.
The authorities have acknowledged that they can not continue to maintain existing obligations to creditors.
freely associated with the United States government of Puerto Rico is actually under the control of Washington.
At the same time US officials have said they do not intend to provide financial support for the country, despite the fact that a month ago in Puerto Rico to avoid default only at the last moment.
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