I like this statement:

The representative of the Israel Chemical Limited pointed that his company already invested 25 million USD and is conducting a feasibility study in Afar region for the exploration of potash, noting the total investment reaching 650 million USD. He explained the detailed plan of the company concerning its future activities, emphasized his company's readiness to erect a plant in the region with the technology needed and pledge to satisfy local demands.

Makes it sound like financing is already taken care of. Do they know something we don't? Seems likely that they do.