President Félix, a leader committed to peace and stability...

President Félix Tshisekedi is asserting himself as a committed leader for peace, not only in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) but also at the regional level. His recent trip to Uganda to meet President Yoweri Museveni underscores his dedication to establishing stability and security in Eastern DRC, a region plagued by ongoing conflicts. President Tshisekedi aims to strengthen cross-border cooperation to effectively combat security threats.

At the heart of their discussions, the two heads of state addressed the progress of joint operations between the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC) and the Ugandan People’s Defence Force (UPDF) against the terrorist groups known as ADF, which are active in North Kivu and Ituri. These combined military operations, launched in response to the violence perpetrated by the ADF, are crucial for restoring peace and enabling local populations to return to normal life.

President Tshisekedi’s choice to actively collaborate with neighboring countries reflects a vision of a united Central Africa facing the challenges of cross-border security. This visit highlights the need for a common strategy to curb violence and neutralize armed groups. The alliance between the DRC and Uganda sends a message to destabilizing forces in the region: peace and security remain non-negotiable priorities.

Through this approach, President Tshisekedi reaffirms his unwavering commitment to peace beyond his country’s borders. He demonstrates that stability in the DRC is inseparable from that of its neighbors, and that regional collaboration is key to overcoming the terrorist threats that affect thousands of innocent lives.