HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani met with Presidents Kagame and Tshisekedi to discuss peace efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The leaders reaffirmed commitments to ceasefire agreements and acknowledged progress in regional cooperation through EAC and SADC initiatives. They expressed appreciation to Qatar for its constructive role.
On Tuesday, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, conducted a meeting at Lusail Palace with HE President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and HE President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This meeting was part of the ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions in eastern regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
At the start of the meeting, HH the Amir extended a warm welcome to Presidents Kagame and Tshisekedi, emphasizing the strengthening of friendly relations and collaboration between Qatar and both nations across various sectors.
The leaders acknowledged the significant progress achieved in the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC), particularly highlighting the outcomes from their meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe, held on March 17, 2025.
During the discussions, all parties reaffirmed their commitment to an immediate ceasefire and cessation of hostilities, as was agreed upon during the EAC and SADC Summit on February 8, 2025.
Furthermore, the heads of state expressed their support for the ongoing dialogue aimed at monitoring progress and building upon the previously reached agreements. These efforts are crucial for laying a solid foundation for sustainable peace, in alignment with the objectives established in the Luanda and Nairobi processes.
In closing, Presidents Kagame and Tshisekedi expressed their gratitude to HH the Amir and the State of Qatar for conducting the meeting, acknowledging Qatar’s constructive role in fostering confidence and working towards a secure and stable future for the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The meeting held by HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani with the Presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo emphasized Qatar’s commitment to facilitating peace in the region. The leaders recognized their joint efforts towards a ceasefire and appreciated Qatar’s supportive role in advancing stability and cooperation. The discussions aimed at reinforcing existing agreements form a significant step towards achieving long-term peace.
Original Source: thepeninsulaqatar.com
