Washington welcomes the 'opening of a national dialogue' announced by Félix Tshisekedi and encourages an inclusive and constructive approach in the DRC

President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi announced the launch of a 'national dialogue for peace, cohesion, and state refoundation', eliciting varied reactions in the DRC. The United States, through Massad Fares Boulos, welcomed this initiative as an opportunity to strengthen trust and promote stability. The process, expected to last three months, will include consultations in the 26 provinces and culminate in a National Pact for peace.