On February 27, 2025, USG Jean-Pierre Lacroix arrived in Kinshasa, DRC, for discussions with government officials and MONUSCO regarding the security situation in eastern DRC. Key topics included the implementation of Resolution 2773 (2025) and addressing hostilities from the M23 group.
Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, visited Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) on February 27, 2025. During the visit, he met with DRC government officials along with a delegation from MONUSCO, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the country. The key discussions centered around the current security challenges facing eastern DRC and the diplomatic measures in place to mitigate these issues, particularly in North and South Kivu.
A major focus of the dialogue was the advocacy for implementing Resolution 2773 (2025), which emphasizes the importance of respecting the territorial integrity of the DRC. This resolution aims to facilitate an immediate end to hostilities, specifically targeting the ongoing offensives by the M23 rebel group. Lacroix’s visit underscored the UN’s commitment to restoring peace and stability in the region to protect the civilian population.
USG Lacroix’s visit to the DRC highlights ongoing international efforts to address the complex security landscape in the region. Through discussions focused on Resolution 2773, the visit reinforces the UN’s position on territorial integrity and calls for an end to conflicts involving the M23 group. The commitment to achieving diplomatic solutions remains crucial in establishing long-lasting peace in eastern DRC.
Original Source: webtv.un.org
