Congo-U.S. Mineral Deal Talks: President Felix Tshisekedi Meets U.S. Lawmaker Ronny Jackson

In a significant diplomatic meeting, Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi met with U.S. lawmaker Ronny Jackson to discuss the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and explore potential U.S. business opportunities, particularly in the mining sector.

Tensions in Eastern Congo and Prospects for Peace

The meeting comes amid growing concerns over the escalating insurgency in eastern Congo, where the M23 rebel group has been wreaking havoc, destabilizing the region, and complicating peace efforts. Tshisekedi’s administration has expressed its intent to send a delegation to Angola for peace talks, aiming to address the humanitarian crisis and forge a path toward stability in the war-torn east.

Exploring Business and Mineral Deals

The discussions also touched on potential mineral agreements between the U.S. and the DRC…read more