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

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.