Resource-for-Infrastructure Agreements as an Alternative Conception of Market Capitalism. The Sicomines Agreement in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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Focusing on the Sicomines Agreement in the Democratic Republic of Congo, this paper explores the implications of 'Resource-for-Infrastructure' deals and critiques the effectiveness of 'Corporate Social Responsibility' in redefining market capitalism. It highlights the DRC's vast natural resources, including extensive arable land and a wealth of minerals and metals, underscoring the challenges and limitations faced in international development and resource management within the region.