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Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
AU applauds Qatar's constructive role in signing DRC peace agreement
Addis Ababa The African Union has expressed its appreciation for the pivotal role played by the State of Qatar in facilitating the signing of the peace agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (M23), which took place in Doha on Saturday. In a statement, Chairperson of the African Union Commission HE Mahmoud Ali Youssouf applauded the State of Qatar's sincere efforts in promoting peace and stability across the African continent. He commended the constructive role of the United States administration, as well as the valuable contributions made by regional partners, including the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). "This significant development marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, and stability in eastern DRC and the wider Great Lakes region," the statement said. The State of Qatar hosted in Doha on Saturday the signing ceremony of a Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Congo River Alliance/M23; a move that marks a key step forward in the ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in eastern Congo. The signing of the declaration is the result of Qatar's diplomatic efforts over recent months, during which it worked to create a conducive environment for constructive dialogue between the parties, paving the way for a peaceful resolution to the long-standing conflict in the region.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
AU lauds Qatar's constructive role in DRC peace pact signing
QNA Addis Ababa The African Union has expressed its appreciation for the pivotal role played by Qatar in facilitating the signing of the peace agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (M23), which took place in Doha on Saturday. In a statement, Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf applauded Qatar's sincere efforts in promoting peace and stability across the African continent. He commended the constructive role of the United States administration, as well as the valuable contributions made by regional partners, including the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). 'This significant development marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, and stability in eastern DRC and the wider Great Lakes region,' the statement said. Qatar hosted in Doha on Saturday the signing ceremony of a Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Congo River Alliance/M23, a move that marks a key step forward in the ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability in eastern Congo. The signing of the declaration is the result of the State of Qatar's diplomatic efforts in the recent months, during which it worked to create a conducive environment for constructive dialogue between the parties, paving the way for a peaceful resolution to the long-standing conflict in the region.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Saudi Arabia,GCC, AU hail Qatar's role in facilitating DRC peace deal
Saudi Arabia, the GCC and the African Union have praised the diplomatic efforts and constructive role played by Qatar in reaching a Declaration of Principles between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Congo River Alliance/ March 23 Movement. The peace agreement was signed in Doha. In a statement, Saudi Arabia welcomed the signing of the declaration, and hoped that it will contribute to improving humanitarian and economic conditions in the Democratic Republic of Cong. Similarly, the GCC affirmed that Qatar's mediation efforts reflect its active and ongoing diplomatic role in strengthening the pillars of regional and international peace. The African Union too has expressed its appreciation for the pivotal role played by the State of Qatar in facilitating the signing of the peace agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement (M23), which took place today in Doha. Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf applauded the State of Qatar's sincere efforts in promoting peace and stability across the African continent. (QNA)
Zawya
4 days ago
- Politics
- Zawya
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Welcomes the Signing of Declaration of the Principles Between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Alliance Fleuve Congo / March 23 Movement (AFC/M23)
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, warmly welcomes the signing of the Peace Agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Alliance Fleuve Congo / March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) today in Doha, Qatar. This significant development marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, and stability in eastern DRC and the wider Great Lakes region. He applauds the constructive role played by the United States Administration and the State of Qatar, and acknowledges the invaluable contributions of all stakeholders, including the regional facilitators from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). He extends special thanks to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, for his continued dedication and positive engagement in advancing peace and stability across Africa. The Chairperson further commends the tireless efforts of the AU Champion for Peace and Reconciliation, H.E. João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola, and the AU-appointed Mediator, H.E. Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Republic. He also salutes the spirit of dialogue, compromise, and political will demonstrated by the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Rwanda. This breakthrough offers renewed hope for regional cooperation and sustainable peace. The African Union remains fully committed to working with all stakeholders to support the successful implementation of the Peace Agreement and to contribute to sustainable peace, security, and development in the DRC and the region. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).
DW
4 days ago
- Politics
- DW
Congo and M23 militants sign ceasefire deal in Qatar – DW – 07/19/2025
Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels have signed a preliminary ceasefire aimed at facilitating a peace agreement to be signed in August. The African Union called the signing a "significant development." Representatives from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Rwanda-backed M23 militia signed a provisional ceasefire in Qatar on Saturday, committing both sides to signing a permanent truce and a comprehensive peace agreement no later than August 18. "This marks a major milestone in the ongoing efforts to achieve lasting peace, security and stability in eastern DRC and the wider Great Lakes region," said African Union (AU) Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf in a statement. Saturday's "agreement to principles" deal aligns with a June peace deal that both sides signed in Washington on June 27. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Congo's mineral-rich east has seen decades of fighting with M23 emerging as the most prominent of some 100 or so armed groups operating in the region. At the moment, it is unclear what the specific terms of the final deal will encompass and what concessions have been agreed to. M23 has pushed for the release of captured fighters, whereas Congo has demanded the withdrawal of M23 troops from territories the group has seized. Saturday's statement said the two sides would refrain from "hate propaganda" and "any attempt to seize by force new positions." Thousands of M23 fighters remain in eastern DRC. Though Rwanda denies backing the group, in June, Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe agreed to lift what he called "defensive measures" in east DRC once Congo disbands an armed group Rwanda says was behind the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Analysts, however, say the withdrawal of M23 rebels from the cities of Bakayu and Goma — which they recently took control of — will depend largely on what concessions the DRC is ultimately willing to make. The deal signed in Washington was accompanied by a side agreement that President Donald Trump said would provide the US access to the DRC's vast mineral wealth. The UN has called the conflict in eastern DRC, which has displaced more than seven million people, "one of the most protracted, complex and serious humanitarian crises on earth." To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
