International news highlights the possibility of strengthening cooperation relations between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Romania. Indeed, during a recent meeting between the DRC ambassador to Benelux, Christian Ndongala Nkuku, and the Romanian ambassador to Belgium, Andreea Pasramac, cooperation mechanisms aimed at providing opportunities for studies for young Congolese in French-speaking Romanian universities.
Romania is known for its tradition of providing scholarships to foreign students, especially those from developing countries. This meeting therefore made it possible to reaffirm the commitment of both parties to strengthen cooperation ties in the fields of health and education. The Romanian ambassador expressed her support for the Congolese strategy of strengthening the capacities of health professionals, in particular through the training of doctors at Camp Tshatshi hospital in Kinshasa.
Alongside this, Romania also sought the DRC’s support for its country’s candidacy for the International Criminal Court (ICC), while welcoming the efforts made by President Félix Tshisekedi to restore peace in the DRC. However, concerns have been expressed about the security and humanitarian situation in eastern DRC.
This meeting between representatives of the two countries illustrates the importance of international cooperation in the field of education and health. Student exchanges and training of health professionals help build capacity and improve health systems in developing countries. Furthermore, by supporting Romania’s candidacy for the ICC, the DRC strengthens diplomatic relations and contributes to international justice.
In conclusion, the reactivation of cooperation mechanisms between the DRC and Romania opens new opportunities for Congolese youth in the field of education and makes it possible to strengthen bilateral ties. This initiative demonstrates the importance given by both countries to education, health and international justice.