Rwanda and DRC agree on deal to be signed by foreign affairs Ministers
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reached a consensus on a set of preliminary agreements that are expected to be signed by the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of both countries on June 27, 2025, in the presence of U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.
The deal was concluded on June 18, 2025, by a technical team composed of diplomatic and security experts from both sides, with the mediation of the United States and Qatar.
Rwanda was represented by its Ambassador to the United States, Mathilde Mukantabana, while DRC also sent its delegation to the three-day negotiations.
The agreement paves the way for sustainable peace in Eastern Congo and is structured around key pillars: security, politics, and economic cooperation. It includes commitments to uphold the sovereignty of each country’s airspace, disarm illegal armed groups, and discourage militarization.
It also outlines plans to support voluntary refugee repatriation, humanitarian interventions, and regional economic cooperation, in line with resolutions from the October 31, 2024 joint security summit.
Massad Boulos, Senior Advisor to former President Donald Trump on African Affairs and lead facilitator of the process, expressed optimism following the final consensus.
He stated: “Next week, we will host the Foreign Ministers to officially sign the agreement on June 27 in the presence of Marco Rubio. Together, we are working toward lasting peace in the region.”
Ambassador Mathilde Mukantabana, representing Rwanda, welcomed the agreement and reaffirmed Rwanda’s commitment to regional peace.
“This is a major step forward in the journey toward peace. Rwanda remains committed to being a reliable partner in finding lasting solutions for our region,” she said.
A representative from the DRC delegation also expressed hope that the deal would usher in a new chapter of cooperation between the two nations.
“We believe this agreement marks the beginning of restored trust and a peaceful future for our people,” he said.
The U.S. Department of State confirmed that both Rwanda and DRC acknowledged and appreciated the role played by the United States and Qatar as key facilitators in helping the countries reach this significant milestone.
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