Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani convened a meeting with the Presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to address the escalating conflict in eastern DRC. The discussions highlighted ongoing cooperative efforts and commitments to cease hostilities, aiming for sustainable peace in the region.
On Tuesday, at Lusail Palace, Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with HE President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and HE President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This meeting aimed to address the escalating situation in the eastern areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, reflecting Qatar’s commitment to regional stability.
During his welcoming remarks, HH the Amir emphasized the friendly ties and enhanced cooperation between Qatar, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo across various sectors. Both Presidents acknowledged the recent achievements linked to the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) processes, particularly the outcomes from their meetings in Harare, Zimbabwe, held on March 17, 2025.
The leaders reiterated their unified commitment to a prompt ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, as established during the EAC and SADC Summit on February 8, 2025. They also endorsed the ongoing dialogue necessary to monitor advancements and reinforce agreements, thereby fostering a stable and sustainable peace framework as proposed in the Luanda and Nairobi processes.
In closing, the Presidents expressed their gratitude to HH the Amir and the State of Qatar for facilitating the meeting and for their constructive role in enhancing confidence and ensuring a secure future for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and its territories.
The meeting between HH the Amir and the Presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo underscores Qatar’s active role in promoting peace and cooperation in the region. The commitment to a ceasefire and continued dialogue reflects a collective effort to achieve lasting stability in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
