The Chairperson of the AUC, Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, welcomed the March 18, 2025 Doha meeting between Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and DRC’s President Félix Tshisekedi, praising their commitment to dialogue and peace in Eastern DRC. He reaffirmed the AU’s support for African-led solutions and emphasized the importance of collaboration for sustainable peace.
On March 19, 2025, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, expressed support for the outcomes of a trilateral meeting hosted by Qatar on March 18, 2025. The meeting involved His Excellency President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and His Excellency President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, facilitated by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
Chairperson Youssouf praised the leaders for their dedication to dialogue and peaceful resolutions regarding the crisis in Eastern DRC. Their actions exemplify effective leadership and a mutual understanding that peace and stability are critical for the prosperity of their nations and the broader Great Lakes region. He noted their reaffirmation of an immediate ceasefire commitment made during the summit held on February 8, 2025, in Dar es Salaam.
The African Union is committed to supporting solutions to African challenges, as highlighted by the Luanda and Nairobi processes. The discussions in Doha were centered on constructive engagement, in line with these initiatives. The AU emphasizes the need for coordination between various stakeholders, including regional economic communities and international partners.
Chairperson Youssouf thanked the State of Qatar for its role in fostering dialogue and building trust among the leaders. He called on stakeholders to capitalize on the momentum from the Doha meeting, urging collaboration toward the implementation of the agreed ceasefire and commitments. The AUC remains poised to support these ongoing peace efforts in accordance with its mandate.
The African Union Chairman has commended the positive outcomes of the Doha meeting between DRC and Rwanda leaders, highlighting the importance of dialogue and ceasefire commitments for regional stability. The AU emphasizes the need for continued collaboration with regional and international partners to uphold sustainable peace and security, reinforcing its commitment to African-led solutions.
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