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It warns that the country is on a 'Current Path' that will fail to meet most 2030 SDG targets. To reverse this, the document recommends targeted investments in climate-resilient agricultural infrastructure, renewable energy for electricity supply, economic diversification through downstream beneficiation, and the strengthening of governance institutions to manage natural wealth and combat corruption.","ai_generated":true,"unit":"issafri-000153#summary","date_modified":"2026-10-23"},"key_insights":[{"text":"The Democratic Republic of the Congo is currently facing severe development obstacles, including chronic poverty, underdevelopment, and political instability. 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