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CHAPTER 5: LEADING SECTORS FOR U.S. EXPORTS AND INVESTMENT Best prospects for non-agricultural goods and services Used Clothing: Given the population's limited purchasing power, used clothing is in great demand. Used Equipment/Vehicles: Used equipment and vehicles -- particularly trucks -- are in demand. Computers and Computer Peripherals: U.S. products occupy about one-half the growing Angola market for computers and computer peripherals. Aid Projects: The World Bank, USAID, other donors, and many non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are active in Angola. Traditionally, most donor organizations have engaged in emergency relief, provision of food and medicine, mine clearing and community development. As Angola completes it transition to peace and political stability, development assistance will focus more on rehabilitation and reconstruction and will therefore present greater opportunities for sales and investment. The terms of reference for development projects, such as a recently awarded consulting contract for a major water-distribution system rehabilitation project, are published. All bids are awarded competitively. Telecommunications: Substantial improvements in this sector are required, and as such represent a long-term opportunity for U.S. firms. Despite Government of Angola support for such schemes, financing of major projects will remain difficult to obtain for the foreseeable future. Best Prospects for Agricultural Products Angola has fertile soil and excellent climate for crops as varied as cotton, sugar, and coffee. The near total lack of infrastructure in this sector presents a significant opportunity for U.S. firms. However, related projects, including road building and minefield clearance, must take place before this sector will achieve its potential. Angola has in recent years been a recipient of U.S. Department of Agriculture PL-480 Title I program foodstuffs, including vegetable oil, beans, rice, wheat, and wheat flour. The explosion in urban population combined with the hurdles faced by the agriculture sector mean that Angola will likely continue to be a large potential market for U.S. commodities.[end of document]Note* International Copyright, United States Government, 1998 (or other year of first publication). All rights under foreign copyright laws are reserved. All portions of this publication are protected against any type or form of reproduction, communications to the public and the preparation of adaptations, arrangement and alterations outside the United States. U. S. copyright is not asserted under the U.S. Copyright Law, Title17, United States Code.