Israeli Ambassador meets Jean-Pierre Bemba Gombo in DRC September 2023
In a context marked by the crisis in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) caused by the terrorist activities of the M23, the Ambassador of the State of Israel to the DRC, Shimon Solomon, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense and Veterans, Jean-Pierre Bemba Gombo. This meeting, which took place on September 12, 2023, aimed to discuss the security situation in the country and explore possibilities for collaboration between the two countries.
The Israeli ambassador expressed his government’s concerns over the crisis in eastern DRC. He stressed that the State of Israel was deeply concerned by the situation and wanted to see peace and a better quality of life for the Congolese population. He also highlighted the good relations between Israel and the DRC, particularly with President Tshisekedi.
Military cooperation between the two countries was also discussed during the meeting. The Israeli ambassador welcomed this collaboration and stressed the importance of strengthening relations in the field of national defense and security.
This meeting between the Israeli ambassador and Deputy Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Bemba Gombo was described as a useful and enriching moment. Discussions focused on ways to resolve the difficulties facing the DRC and possibilities for future collaboration.
Finally, Ambassador Shimon Solomon specified that this meeting was part of the framework of bilateral relations between the DRC and Israel. He noted that he also had meetings with other Congolese government ministers.
This meeting between the Israeli ambassador and the Deputy Prime Minister of the DRC demonstrates the importance of exchanges and international cooperation in resolving security crises. It highlights the desire of the DRC and Israel to work together to find solutions and promote peace in the region.
Sources:
– The Meeting (https://www.larencontre.cd/2023/09/13/rdc-le-vice-premier-ministre-jean-pierre-bemba-gombo-recoit-lambassador-de-letat-disrael/)
– Media Congo (http://www.mediacongo.net/dpics/filesmanager/actualite/2023_actu1/9-sept/11-17/shimon_solomon_ambassador_israelien_et_jp_bemba.jpg)