Elections in the DRC: international partners confirm support for a competitive, peaceful and transparent process
The embassies of several countries as well as the Delegation of the European Union in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) made a joint statement to confirm their commitment to the electoral process scheduled for December 2023. In this statement, the embassies acknowledged the efforts deployed by the Independent National Electoral Commission for the success of this process. In particular, they called for promoting inclusion rather than division and condemning the dissemination of hate speech. Respect for fundamental democratic rights and equal opportunities are also emphasised. The holding of competitive, peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections is a key element in the exercise of democracy in the DRC, specify the embassies.
The joint declaration is a support to the Congolese for the success of this electoral process