DRC’s Foreign Minister, Therese Kayikwaba Wagner, spoke about failed peace talks with Rwanda aimed at resolving violence in Goma. These discussions precede an imminent meeting between Presidents Tshisekedi and Kagame. The M23 rebels’ territorial advances remain a significant hurdle in achieving lasting peace in the region.
Therese Kayikwaba Wagner, the Foreign Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), recently spoke with VOA’s Roger Muntu regarding the unresolved conflicts in Eastern DRC. The discussions come ahead of a significant meeting involving Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, aiming to address violent hostilities in Goma, a critical commercial hub. Wagner highlighted multiple attempts at peace negotiations with Rwanda that have repeatedly faltered, with the goal of establishing a ceasefire amidst the incursions by M23 rebels.
The ongoing conflict in Eastern DRC, particularly in Goma, has seen recurring tensions between DRC and Rwanda, leading to numerous peace negotiations. M23 rebels, who have gained substantial ground in the region, complicate the pursuit of stability. Understanding the dynamics of this conflict is essential in evaluating the effectiveness of previous peace talks and the prospects for future agreements between the two nations.
The discussion between DRC Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwaba Wagner and Roger Muntu underscores the persistent challenges in achieving peace in Eastern DRC, particularly against the backdrop of failed negotiations with Rwanda aimed at quelling the M23 rebellion. The forthcoming meeting between the DRC and Rwandan leaders may present a new opportunity to address these longstanding issues and work towards a viable solution.
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