1 “... decline in non-iron-ore activity of some 2 percent, and a 47 percent slump in iron-ore output...”

2 “... to the downside. Revenues are too low to finance key infrastructure projects. Iron ore production has become...”

3 “... having abundance of natural resources, notably oil and iron ore, Congo has achieved limited progress...”

4 “... remained favorable, although subject to considerable risks. Following resumption of iron ore exports...”

5 “... on growth. In 2014, the first year EVD hit the country, the impact on real growth excluding iron ore...”

6 “... was flat in 2015 mainly owing to the decline in activity in the iron ore and rubber sectors. Although...”

7 “.... Growth is projected to remain robust, mainly driven by iron ore production and continued high public...”

8 “...This Selected Issues paper examines the potential medium and long-term effects of the Simandou iron...”

9 “... and make it more resilient and inclusive. A sound implementation of the Simandou iron ore project should...”

10 “... in iron ore prices (Country Report No. 17/154). However, the program went off track shortly after approval...”

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