The African Union Commission Chairperson, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, has commended the trilateral meeting held in Doha on March 18, 2025, between the leaders of Rwanda and the DRC. The meeting emphasized commitment to peace and a ceasefire, reflecting leadership aimed at resolving crises in Eastern DRC. Youssouf acknowledged Qatar’s efforts in facilitating dialogue and stressed the importance of continued collaboration among stakeholders.
Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), expressed his approval of the trilateral meeting held on March 18, 2025, in Doha, Qatar, between the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This meeting, hosted under the auspices of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, included Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and DRC’s President Félix Tshisekedi.
Youssouf commended both leaders for their commitment to dialogue and the peaceful resolution of the ongoing crisis in Eastern DRC. Their collaborative efforts signify a shared understanding that peace, security, and stability are essential for their nations and the broader Great Lakes region.
The Chairperson highlighted the leaders’ reaffirmation to adhere to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, a commitment made during the summit of the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) in Dar es Salaam on February 8, 2025. The AUC supports African-led solutions to such challenges, as demonstrated in the Luanda and Nairobi processes.
The discussions in Doha were characterized by constructive engagement and are intended to support ongoing regional mechanisms aimed at fostering sustainable peace. Youssouf underscored the need for continuous coordination between the African Union, regional economic communities, and international partners to ensure lasting stability.
Appreciation was also extended to the State of Qatar and His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani for their role in facilitating dialogue and building confidence among the parties involved. The African Union urged all stakeholders to sustain the momentum created in Doha, urging collaborative action towards fulfilling all mutually agreed commitments. The AUC remains poised to support these efforts in promoting peace, security, and stability across Africa.
The trilateral meeting in Doha marks a significant step towards addressing the issues between Rwanda and the DRC. The commitment from both leaders to ceasefire and dialogue represents hope for peace in the region. The ongoing support from the African Union emphasizes the importance of African-led initiatives in fostering stability and encourages combined efforts for the implementation of agreements made during the discussions.
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