Washington and Doha: 'These processes are essential and must be continued,' says Tshisekedi, placing internal cohesion at the heart of national sovereignty

In his speech on August 27, 2026, President Félix Tshisekedi emphasized the importance of the diplomatic processes in Washington and Doha to address the security crisis in the DRC. He noted that the Washington process deals with the relationship between the DRC and Rwanda, while the Doha process focuses on ending hostilities with the AFC/M23. Despite challenges, Tshisekedi stated that these initiatives must continue to strengthen internal cohesion and national security.