welcomes Doha peace agreement between DRC, M23

Qatar’s chief negotiator Mohammed Al-Khulaifi (C) observes as Sumbu Sita Mambu (L), a high representative of the head of state in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and and Rwanda-backed armed group M23 executive secretary Benjamin Mbonimpa (R) as they shake hands during the signing ceremony of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. (AFP)
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  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom looked forward to both parties honoring the terms of the agreement

RIYADH: on Saturday welcomed the signing of the Doha Framework Agreement for Peace between the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Congo River Alliance (M23 Movement).

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the Kingdom looked forward to both parties honoring the terms of the agreement, which aims to resolve differences and conflicts through comprehensive national dialogue.

The agreement is seen as a step toward meeting the aspirations of the Congolese people for security, stability, and prosperity across all regions of the country.

The statement also underscored the importance of protecting civilians and ensuring the delivery of humanitarian aid to conflict-affected areas.

The ministry added that valued the diplomatic efforts and constructive role played by Qatar in facilitating the agreement, describing the outcome as a “positive and important” development.