| | The World Factbook 2004 -- Mozambique |
 | | At independence in 1975, Mozambique was one of the world's poorest countries. |
 | | In spite of these gains, Mozambique remains dependent upon foreign assistance for much of its annual budget, and the majority of the population remains below the poverty line. |
 | | Mozambique's once substantial foreign debt has been reduced through forgiveness and rescheduling under the IMF's Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) and Enhanced HIPC initiatives, and is now at a manageable level. |
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