Kagame and Tshisekedi commit to a landmark peace framework at the Donald J. Trump Institute for Peace in Washington, D.C. USA
By Wapcodehub9ja LIVE News Correspondent — Reporting Live from Washington, D.C., USA
A major diplomatic breakthrough unfolded as President Donald J. Trump joined President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo for the historic signing of the Washington Accords. The event, held at the Donald J. Trump Institute for Peace in Washington, D.C., was attended by senior diplomats, international observers, and policy experts monitoring regional developments in Central Africa.
The agreement is widely viewed as a landmark peace framework aimed at reducing long-standing hostilities between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The two nations have experienced decades of strained relations due to recurring clashes, insecurity around border communities, and disputes involving armed groups operating within the region. The new accord seeks to introduce comprehensive cooperation across security, diplomacy, and regional development.
President Trump, who supervised and facilitated the final negotiation stages, described the agreement as “a necessary and timely commitment toward stability.” He commended both Kagame and Tshisekedi for demonstrating political courage and their willingness to embrace dialogue over conflict—an approach he said would help reshape the future of Central Africa.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Kagame expressed confidence in the accord’s potential to strengthen mutual understanding. He emphasized that Rwanda remains committed to peaceful coexistence and cooperation that benefits citizens across both countries. Kagame also highlighted the importance of international partners who played supportive roles throughout the negotiation process.
President Tshisekedi, in his remarks, framed the agreement as a new chapter in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s diplomatic stance. He noted that peace is central to national progress, adding that the accord opens opportunities for economic transformation and improved humanitarian conditions. Tshisekedi stressed that effective implementation would require consistency, transparency, and sustained trust.
Diplomatic analysts around the world have praised the Washington Accords, describing it as one of the most meaningful peace initiatives involving Rwanda and the DRC in recent times. Observers believe the accord’s long-term success will depend on the political will of both governments and the continued involvement of international mediators to ensure full compliance with agreed terms.
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