Chinese-owned company set to exploit 19 million tonne reserves of rare mineral used in manufacture of spaceships, missiles and turbines.
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Drought early in year tightened supplies and pushed up prices; soybean imports from US drop 10%.
Port regarded as having finest deep water harbour in Africa, is currently being modernised; principally used for coal exports from Vale and Moatize.
Expired documents to be considered valid until 31 December 2023 or after, subject to proof of scheduling for their renewal.
Six other GM crops, including two types of alfalfa, given green light, paving way for more similar imports in future.
Airports, power stations, roads and ports under construction; future projects likely to include infrastructure and services, digital economy and green growth.
Analysts warn external environment likely to remain challenging for some countries, with further declines in commodity prices for raw materials.
Installation of around 2,000 kilometres of terrestrial fibre optics will reach areas not yet covered by telecommunications services.
Programme most popular with Chinese, who have snapped up more than 5,000 visas since programme was launched in 2012.