** The double diplomatic victory of the DRC: towards a new African order? **
The recent diplomatic successes of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the United Nations General Assembly raise important questions about the place of the country and Africa in the world. Elected Vice-President of the 80th General Assembly of the United Nations on June 2, 2025 and non-permanent member of the Security Council for 2026-2027 with impressive support of 183 votes on 187 voters on June 3, the DRC is positioned as a central actor in international arenas. This development deserves an in -depth analysis.
### A return to the international scene
This double victory represents much more than a symbol: it testifies to a strategic return to the international scene after three decades of absence of the DRC in leading decision -making functions. Under the presidency of Félix Tshisekedi, this reconquest of diplomatic influence offers the DRC a significant platform to defend its interests and carry African concerns on crucial issues such as peace, climate and development.
It is essential to recognize that this success is not only based on a series of recent actions. The DRC benefits from a strong diplomatic heritage, having already sat on the UN in the years 1982-1983 and 1990-1991. The current context, marked by the rise of geopolitical tensions, creates an opportunity for the country to play a leader’s role on the African continent.
### A strategic lever for Africa
The post of vice-president of the UN General Assembly gives the DRC direct access to crucial negotiations and an influence on the UN agenda. This role also makes it possible to strengthen the country’s legitimacy in the promotion of African fights, in particular on societal issues such as armed conflicts and the exploitation of natural resources. Indeed, the international platform offered by this mandate could give the DRC the opportunity to bring a strong voice against injustices and structural inequalities that affect the continent.
However, this increased influence should not be considered acquired. The success of this diplomacy will also depend on the DRC’s ability to sail in a complex international environment, where the interests of the great powers can sometimes conflict with those of Africa. It is a delicate balance exercise, where the DRC will have to skillfully play to avoid instrumentalization by external actors.
### again becomes a key actor despite the internal challenges
Surprisingly, these successes arise while the DRC faces important internal challenges, including persistent conflicts in the east of the country and a serious humanitarian crisis. The massive support received during elections to the Security Council could be interpreted as global recognition of Congolese efforts in terms of peace and security, but this dynamic must be translated into concrete actions to resolve internal crises.
The historical role of the DRC in terms of peacekeeping, in particular through the reception of Monusco, strengthens its legitimacy. Thus, through its position in the Security Council, the country could strengthen policies aimed at combating impunity and requesting concrete measures against the illicit exploitation of mineral resources, often linked to regional conflicts.
### The issues of governance
Despite these advances, the DRC will also have to face governance challenges. The fight against corruption and the strengthening of institutions remain crucial to credibility its mandate within the Security Council. Transparent and effective governance is essential not only for the credibility of the Congolese government, but also for the international perception of the country as a reliable partner on the world scene.
The DRC’s ability to transform this double victory into sustainable influence will depend on its ability to unite the continent around common challenges while skillfully managing internal aspirations. Strategic priorities such as crisis resolution in the east of the country and the strengthening of African unity in the face of geopolitical divisions will be decisive.
### Conclusion: A new diplomatic chapter
While the DRC is positioned as an emerging diplomatic power in Africa, this double victory must be perceived as the beginning of a new era. The country now has in its hands the tools necessary to weigh on global decisions and become a megaphone for African aspirations.
This diplomatic turning point could inspire other African nations to adopt a similar approach, potentially marking the start of a new African order. It remains to be seen whether the DRC will be able to convert these recent successes into a strong continental consensus and in concrete actions on the key issues that affect Africa today. The eyes of the world are now riveted on Kinshasa, waiting to see if the country will be up to its new responsibilities.