The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, praised the outcomes of a trilateral meeting in Doha between Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi. He emphasized their dialogue commitment, the importance of peace for regional prosperity, and ongoing support for African-led solutions to conflicts. The AUC seeks to enhance collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of peace agreements.
On March 19, 2025, in Addis Ababa, H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), expressed satisfaction with the trilateral meeting convened in Doha by the State of Qatar. The meeting included H.E. President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and H.E. President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, guided by His Highness Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
Chairperson Youssouf praised the commitment displayed by the leaders in pursuing dialogue and resolving the Eastern DRC crisis peacefully. This engagement exemplifies leadership and mutual acknowledgment of the necessity for peace and stability for their nations and the Great Lakes region. He highlighted their reaffirmed commitment to a ceasefire, as discussed in the recent EAC and SADC summit in Dar es Salaam.
The AUC remains steadfast in advocating for African-led solutions to counter African challenges, as seen in the Luanda and Nairobi processes. The discussions in Doha, characterized by cooperative dialogue, enhance these initiatives and regional mechanisms. The importance of sustained coordination between the African Union, regional economic bodies, and global partners is underscored to achieve sustainable peace.
Chairperson Youssouf also extended gratitude to the State of Qatar and His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani for their role in fostering dialogue and building trust. The AUC calls upon all stakeholders to sustain the progress made in Doha and collaborate on the implementation of their commitments. The AUC is prepared to support such efforts in alignment with its mission to ensure peace and stability across Africa.
The article highlights the African Union Commission’s endorsement of the Doha meeting held between the Congolese and Rwandan leaders, indicating a step towards dialogue and resolution of tensions in the Eastern DRC. The commitment to peace, as well as the support for coordinated efforts involving various stakeholders, represents significant progress amid regional challenges. The AUC remains dedicated to promoting African solutions for effective peacebuilding.
Original Source: au.int
