Title: Félix Tshisekedi strengthens the international relations of the DRC during his visit to Brazil
Introduction :
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, has just concluded an official visit to Brazil, where he met President Lula da Silva and his Indonesian counterpart. This mission takes place in a context where the eyes of the planet are turned towards the safeguarding of forests, in particular the Congo Basin, in which the Congolese equatorial forest plays an essential role. It is a diplomatic victory for the DRC which strengthens its international relations and its regional leadership.
Meetings with Lula da Silva and Indonesia for the safeguarding of forests:
During his meetings in Belém, Félix Tshisekedi obtained the commitment of Brazilian President Lula da Silva and his Indonesian counterpart to come to Kinshasa by the end of the month. This coalition between the leaders of the three major forest basins in the world (Congo Basin, Amazonia and Indonesia) aims to strengthen efforts to save forests in the face of increasing deforestation. With its 1 million 550 thousand hectares of dense forest, the Congolese equatorial forest plays a key role in the preservation of the environment.
The DRC at the forefront of the international scene:
This visit to Brazil illustrates the rise of the DRC on the international scene. As the natural leader of the Congo Basin, the DRC has become a key player in discussions on environmental protection and the fight against climate change. This recognition strengthens the position of the DRC and opens up new opportunities for cooperation with other countries.
Prospects for the DRC:
During his meeting with the Congolese living in Brazil, President Tshisekedi also mentioned the next major events of the year 2023 in the DRC. He confirmed the holding of legislative and presidential elections in December and expressed his determination to bring this process to a conclusion despite internal and external obstacles.
The President also addressed other important topics such as the fight against poverty in rural areas, South-South cooperation and the revival of bilateral relations with Brazil in areas such as infrastructure, air transport, electricity and farming. Strengthening these partnerships is essential for the economic and social development of the DRC.
Conclusion :
Félix Tshisekedi’s visit to Brazil was an important step in the consolidation of international relations in the DRC. By positioning itself as a key player in the preservation of forests and by strengthening its links with other countries, the DRC is strengthening its status on the international scene. This dynamic opens new perspectives for the economic, social and environmental development of the country.