The meeting between the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, and a delegation from the European Union led by Janez Lenarčič, Commissioner in charge of crisis management, highlighted the urgency of the humanitarian situation in the ‘East of the country.
The main objective of the dialogue between the Congolese head of state and EU representatives was to discuss the measures to be taken to respond to the needs of populations affected by conflicts and massive displacements in the region. The European delegation expressed its solidarity with the Congolese people and pledged to provide much-needed humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable.
The figures put forward by Janez Lenarčič are alarming: nearly a million new displaced people have been recorded since the start of the year in the east of the DRC. This humanitarian emergency requires a rapid and concerted response from the international community to avoid a large-scale humanitarian catastrophe.
The European Commissioner’s statements underline the importance of strengthening efforts for peace in the DRC, while ensuring effective humanitarian assistance to affected populations. The EU’s financial support, with an increase in funds allocated to humanitarian aid, demonstrates the European Union’s commitment to supporting the Congo in this difficult period.
It is imperative that the Congolese authorities and international partners join efforts to find lasting solutions to the various crises affecting the east of the country. The stability and well-being of the Congolese populations can only be ensured through a comprehensive approach that integrates both emergency humanitarian aid and peacebuilding initiatives.
This meeting between Félix Tshisekedi and the EU delegation constitutes an essential step in collective awareness of the humanitarian challenges in the DRC. Now is the time to act resolutely to meet the needs of vulnerable populations and work together to build a better future for all in the Democratic Republic of Congo.