Title: The success of President Félix Tshisekedi at the 43rd SADC Summit in Luanda
Introduction :
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi Tshilombo, brilliantly participated in the 43rd Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) held in Luanda, in Angola. As current president of this sub-regional organization, he handed over the baton of command to his Angolan counterpart, João Lourenço, for the year 2023-2024.
The stakes of the Summit:
Under the theme “Human and financial capital: the main drivers of sustainable industrialization in the SADC region”, this summit was an opportunity for leaders to discuss the essential catalysts for the industrialization of the region. These include a skilled and sufficient workforce, as well as adequate financial resources to support sustainable development.
Felix Tshisekedi’s contribution:
In his capacity as current president of the SADC, Felix Tshisekedi played a leading role during this summit. He participated in the Troika Summit of the SADC Organ, which deals with issues of peace, security and stability in the region. His presence and commitment have been praised by his peers, attesting to the importance of his leadership in the region.
Summit results:
This summit made it possible to strengthen cooperation between the SADC countries and to put in place mechanisms to promote the sustainable industrialization of the region. Commitments have been made in terms of developing human resources and mobilizing financial resources to support entrepreneurs and industrial projects.
Conclusion :
During the 43rd SADC Summit in Luanda, Felix Tshisekedi brilliantly represented the DRC and contributed to strengthening regional cooperation. His commitment to the sustainable industrialization of the region and his strategic vision have been praised by his peers. This active participation confirms Félix Tshisekedi’s leadership on the international scene and his commitment to the development of the DRC and Africa