The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has expressed support for the results of the Doha meeting held on March 18, 2025. This meeting involved leaders from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda and focused on a commitment to ceasefire and peace. The African Union emphasizes the importance of African-led solutions and international cooperation for sustainable peace.
On March 19, 2025, in Addis Ababa, H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), expressed his support for the outcomes of the trilateral meeting in Doha, held on March 18, 2025. This meeting included His Excellency President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and His Excellency President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, convened under the auspices of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
The Chairperson applauded the leaders of the DRC and Rwanda for their commitment to dialogue and peaceful resolutions regarding the crisis in Eastern DRC. He acknowledged their reaffirmed dedication to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and emphasized that peace, security, and stability are critical for both nations and the wider Great Lakes region, as previously agreed upon during the EAC and SADC summit in February 2025.
The African Union affirms its commitment to African-led solutions for African challenges, as demonstrated in the Luanda and Nairobi processes. The meetings in Doha epitomized constructive engagement and aligned with ongoing regional mechanisms. Continued collaboration among the African Union, regional economic communities, and international partners is crucial in fostering sustainable peace, as stressed by the Chairperson.
H.E Youssouf also extended gratitude to the State of Qatar and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani for their role in facilitating dialogue and building confidence among the parties. The African Union urges all involved to sustain the momentum from the Doha meeting and collectively pursue the full implementation of their commitments, with the AUC ready to assist in promoting peace and stability across the continent.
The recent Doha meeting between leaders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda represents a significant step toward resolving the ongoing conflict in Eastern DRC. The commitment to dialogue, an immediate ceasefire, and continued collaboration within the African Union framework are critical for sustainable peace in the region. The support from Qatar further underscores the importance of international partnership in these efforts.
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