Was Republic of the Congo considered as LEDC in 1971?

The Republic of the Congo was considered a less economically developed country (LEDC) in 1971. LEDCs are characterized by low levels of economic development and a high degree of poverty. In 1971, the Republic of the Congo had a per capita GDP of US$300, which was well below the average for developed countries. The country also had a high level of poverty, with over half of the population living below the poverty line. In addition, the Republic of the Congo was heavily dependent on foreign aid and imports, making it vulnerable to external economic shocks. As a result of these factors, the Republic of the Congo was considered an LEDC in 1971.