AU Commends Doha Talks Between Congo and Rwanda Leaders

The African Union has welcomed the recent meeting between Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Doha. The leaders sought to initiate dialogue amid intensified conflict in eastern DRC. The AU urged all parties to maintain dialogue momentum and reiterated its commitment to African-led solutions.

On Tuesday, Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame convened in Doha, Qatar, amidst ongoing conflict in the mineral-rich eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The African Union (AU) expressed approval of these discussions, underscoring their significance amid the fighting. AU Chairperson Mahamoud Ali Youssouf emphasized the importance of sustaining dialogue between the two nations following their meeting.

The AU’s endorsement of the Doha talks indicates strong support for diplomatic solutions to the conflicts in the eastern DRC. The converging efforts between the DRC and Rwanda leaders aim to foster stability and establish a ceasefire. The momentum generated by these discussions is a critical step toward addressing the underlying issues and facilitating peace processes.

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