US officials are in talks with the DRC government amid M23 rebel advances. Republican strategist Joe Szlavik confirmed these discussions, focusing on a minerals deal, with plans for President Trump to appoint a special envoy for the Great Lakes region.
US officials are currently engaged in discussions with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in light of the ongoing advances by M23 rebels. The DRC is seeking support from the United States as it strives to bolster its position against the insurgents. Republican strategist Joe Szlavik, present in Kinshasa, has indicated that preliminary talks have commenced between the DRC government and the Trump administration, focusing on potential mineral agreements. Furthermore, Szlavik noted that President Trump is expected to shortly appoint a special envoy to the Great Lakes region.
In summary, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is actively seeking US support in its conflict with M23 rebels. The initial talks between US officials and DRC government point towards a broader alliance, which may include a minerals deal. The upcoming appointment of a special envoy by President Trump signifies the US’s growing involvement in the region.
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