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Qatari, International mediation yields roadmap to implement Doha Peace Framework in DR Congo

As part of its tireless efforts to promote peace and stability in the Great Lakes region, the State of Qatar continues to play a pivotal and effective role in bringing together the views of the Govern...

Qatari, International mediation yields roadmap to implement Doha Peace Framework in DR Congo

Qatar's diplomatic efforts have led to a roadmap for implementing the Doha Peace Framework in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Following talks in Switzerland involving representatives from the DRC government, the Alliance Fleuve Congo/March 23 Movement (AFC/M23), and the United States, the African Union, Switzerland, and the African Union Commission, the parties have agreed on a practical implementation plan.

The deal includes the establishment of the Expanded Joint Verification Mechanism Plus (EJVM+), a standardized reporting method for ceasefire violations, and a committee to monitor progress and address implementation challenges. Qatar's role as a trusted mediator has been highlighted by Assistant Professor Dr. Abdullah Bandar Al Otaibi, who emphasized the importance of trust, access, and continuity in Qatar's diplomatic approach.

The first official ceasefire verification mission is set to begin in Minembwe, marking a significant step towards peace in the region.

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