In New York, Hadja Lahbib (EU) emphasizes the importance of humanitarian diplomacy for peace in Eastern DRC

During a parallel event at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, Hadja Lahbib emphasized the importance of humanitarian diplomacy to protect civilians and humanitarian workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo. She discussed her recent mission in the Great Lakes region, where she met with AFC/M23 officials and humanitarian workers. Her main message was the respect for international humanitarian law and the need to ensure access to humanitarian aid. This approach has led to the creation of several humanitarian corridors in the region.