National Debt (% of GDP): Samoa

Analysis# Samoa National Debt (% of GDP) Samoa's national debt reached 17.7% of GDP in 2026, marking the lowest point in the dataset spanning 1998 to 2030. This represents a dramatic 69.9% decline from 1998 levels and a steep fall from the all-time peak of 59.4% recorded in 1999. The country's debt burden has compressed significantly over nearly three decades, reflecting sustained fiscal consolidation efforts. The most striking shift occurred between 2022 and 2026, when debt fell from 41% to 17.7%—a 57% reduction in just four years. Starting from 46.7% in 2017, Samoa accelerated its deleveraging trajectory notably after 2022, suggesting structural reforms or revenue improvements took hold. The current trajectory indicates continued downward momentum, positioning Samoa among countries with relatively manageable debt levels by 2030.