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Published July 20, 2006
With national elections looming at the end of July 2006, this report gives an overview of the state of affairs in the Congo. It concludes that "Congo's elections at the end of the month could set the stage for renewed violence unless Kinshasa and donors increase efforts to create a transparent and accountable government."
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