Recent news in the Democratic Republic of Congo was marked by the holding of a meeting of the Economic Conjuncture Committee under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. This meeting, held in Kinshasa, brought together ministers and economic officials to review the economic situation, both internationally and nationally.
On the international level, the meeting addressed the consequences of Hamas’s attacks against the State of Israel, particularly with regard to the surge in oil prices. Indeed, instability in the Middle East has already had an impact on the price of a barrel of oil, which can have repercussions on countries dependent on this resource.
At the national level, the meeting noted a relative stability of the exchange rate of the Congolese franc against the American dollar, as well as a control of inflation. However, the discussions also emphasized the need to diversify the economy in order to achieve lasting macroeconomic stability.
It is interesting to note that this meeting was marked by a strong female presence, with the participation of several ministers and leading economic officials. This demonstrates the Congolese government’s desire to promote gender equity and include women in economic decisions and policies.
It should also be noted that some members of the government, such as the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Budget, were absent from the meeting because they were traveling abroad to participate in international economic events. This demonstrates the importance given by the Congolese government to international relations and economic cooperation with other countries.
In conclusion, the meeting of the Economic Situation Committee in the Democratic Republic of Congo made it possible to examine the national and international economic situation. Despite the challenges of global instability and tensions in the Middle East, the Congolese government remains committed to maintaining economic stability and diversifying the economy to ensure sustainable growth.