The tripartite summit between Angola, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to be held in Luanda on December 15, 2024, is fueling conversations and speculations in the Kinshasa press. At the heart of this diplomatic event is Angolan President João Lourenço, who is acting as a mediator in the process of resolving tensions between the DRC and Rwanda.
According to information relayed by Fatshimetrie, this summit is of capital importance in a context where relations between Kinshasa and Kigali are tense, and where eastern DRC continues to face instability. The imminent arrival of the American president in Luanda, a few weeks before the end of his term, raises questions about possible strategic readjustments in the region. Some analysts see this trip by Joe Biden as an attempt to strengthen the influence of the United States in an area marked by growing tensions.
La Tempête des Tropiques sheds light on the origin of this summit, part of the Luanda process, initiated by President João Lourenço. Presidents Paul Kagame and Félix Tshisekedi will also be present at this meeting, convened with the aim of promoting dialogue and seeking solutions to the differences between the two countries.
Congo Nouveau raises the crucial question of the personal relations between Tshisekedi and Kagame, seriously shaken following the recent tensions caused by Rwanda’s alleged support for the M23 rebel movement. Despite these disagreements, the recent “Concept of Operations” agreement signed in Luanda between the two countries opens up prospects for cooperation and conflict resolution.
Le Quotidien details the steps planned for the implementation of this agreement, focused on assessing threats, neutralizing armed groups, monitoring operations and stabilizing the region. These steps aim to defuse tensions and promote reconciliation between the two nations.
Nevertheless, Le Nouvel Observateur remains cautious about the concrete results that this summit could produce. The editorial highlights the divergences of positions between the different actors and underlines the importance of a solid political approach to achieve a lasting resolution of the conflicts.
Finally, Infos 27 warns against possible underhand political maneuvers on the part of Rwanda, recalling the need for the DRC to remain vigilant in the face of these potential dangers. The Kinshasa press agrees that caution and firmness are required to guarantee stability and peace in the region.
The upcoming tripartite summit in Luanda thus represents a unique opportunity to renew dialogue and overcome regional tensions, while laying the foundations for mutually beneficial cooperation between Angola, Rwanda and the DRC.