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The economy of Niger is based primarily on subsistence agriculture, livestock and the export of uranium. Most of the economic activity is non-regulated and Niger is dependent on foreign aid.
The country has one of the largest uranium deposits in the world, and uranium is responsible for over 70% of export earnings. Deposits of gold are also known to exist, as are deposits of phosphates, coal, iron, limestone, and gypsum. The country may also have large deposits of oil. The China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) plans to start production in 2012.
Agricultural exports include cowpeas and onions and small quantities of garlic, peppers, potatoes, groundnuts and wheat. The country also exports cattle to Nigeria.
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