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On September 15, 2024, a highly anticipated official visit began in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping, set foot on Congolese soil as part of a five-day mission. His objective is clear: to engage with the country’s authorities, political actors and civil society organizations in order to assess and support the peace process in the DRC.
At the heart of the discussions, the Luanda process was highlighted by Jean-Pierre Lacroix. According to him, this initiative is crucial to achieving lasting peace in the DRC. MONUSCO’s involvement in this agreement is seen as an essential complement to the gradual disengagement of the UN mission in the country. A global strategy that aims to support and strengthen local efforts to consolidate stability and security in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The presence of Jean-Pierre Lacroix in Kinshasa is therefore of capital importance in a context where security and political challenges remain numerous. Faced with a population awaiting concrete and sustainable progress, the discussions between the UN representative and the various Congolese actors are likely to pave the way towards a more peaceful future for the country.
This official visit thus offers the opportunity to strengthen the bridges between the international community and the Democratic Republic of Congo, in a mutual partnership in favor of peace and stability. The stakes are high, but the discussions initiated under the aegis of Jean-Pierre Lacroix suggest encouraging prospects for the future of the country.
In short, the presence of the UN Deputy Secretary-General in Kinshasa marks a further step towards the consolidation of the peace process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. A key player in the promotion of security and stability, Jean-Pierre Lacroix embodies the hope of a peaceful future for a country in search of peace and reconciliation.