The DRC-Uganda joint technical commission has been discussing, since Wednesday, September 4, a roadmap and the budget for the implementation of the project to demarcate the common border between the DRC and Uganda, in North Kivu. These discussions, which are being held in Goma, aim to resolve the boundary conflicts that have long opposed the two neighboring countries.
The 71 km long boundary area covered by this project runs from Mount Sabinyo to Bwindi, on the border between Bwindi National Park (Uganda) and Sarambwe Nature Reserve (DRC), passing through the DRC-Uganda-Rwanda tripoint. These areas are located in eastern Rutshuru territory and southwestern Uganda.
To date, only 16 markers mark the boundaries between the two countries, leaving room for the persistence of border conflicts. Hence the need to define concrete actions, according to Vangu Mabyala, an expert from the Congolese Ministry of the Interior.
« The purpose of this meeting is to draw up the budget for the border demarcation work in order to show the demarcation line on the ground. ” he said.
Colonel Naboth Mwesigwa, head of the Ugandan delegation of experts, who does not recognise the multiple boundary conflicts between the two countries, says that this demarcation operation is rather preventive:
« There is no conflict and we have never been at war with the DRC but we are here to reassure ourselves that if there are any cross-border disagreements, that this will be addressed for the benefit of both countries.”
More than 765 km of border separate Uganda and the DRC, from Ituri to the eastern territory of Rutshuru in North Kivu. Most of the border line affected by the current demarcation project is located in the eastern part of the area currently occupied by the Rwandan-backed M23 rebellion.
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2024-09-06 07:30:30
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DRC-Uganda Joint Technical Commission: A Step Towards Resolving Border Conflicts
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda have taken a significant step towards resolving their long-standing border conflicts with the launch of a joint technical commission. The commission, which commenced on September 4, aims to demarcate the 71 km long common border between the two nations in North Kivu. The move is expected to bring an end to the persistent boundary disputes that have plagued the two neighboring countries for years.
The Border Demarcation Project: A Preventive Measure
The joint technical commission, comprising experts from both countries, is discussing a roadmap and budget for the implementation of the border demarcation project. The project, which runs from Mount Sabinyo to Bwindi, covers a significant stretch of the border between the DRC and Uganda, passing through the DRC-Uganda-Rwanda tripoint. The area is located in eastern Rutshuru territory and southwestern Uganda.
The Need for Demarcation
Currently, only 16 markers mark the boundaries between the two countries, leaving room for the persistence of border conflicts. The lack of clear demarcation has led to misunderstandings and tensions between the two nations, highlighting the need for concrete actions to resolve these issues. According to Vangu Mabyala, an expert from the Congolese Ministry of the Interior, “the purpose of this meeting is to draw up the budget for the border demarcation work in order to show the demarcation line on the ground.”
A Preventive Measure
Colonel Naboth Mwesigwa, head of the Ugandan delegation of experts, emphasized that the demarcation operation is a preventive measure, rather than a response to existing conflicts. “There is no conflict and we have never been at war with the DRC, but we are here to reassure ourselves that if there are any cross-border disagreements, that this will be addressed for the development of our countries,” he stated.
Economic Benefits of Border Demarcation
The demarcation of the border is expected to have significant economic benefits for both countries. Clear boundaries will facilitate the flow of goods and services, promote trade, and enhance economic development in the region. The demarcation of the border will also help to resolve disputes over natural resources, such as oil, gas, and minerals, which are abundant in the region.
Regional Stability
The DRC-Uganda joint technical commission is a significant step towards promoting regional stability and security. The demarcation of the border will help to reduce tensions between the two countries and promote peaceful coexistence. This, in turn, will contribute to regional stability and security, which is essential for economic growth and development.
Conclusion
The launch of the DRC-Uganda joint technical commission is a positive development in the relations between the two countries. The demarcation of the border is a critical step towards resolving border conflicts and promoting regional stability and security. The project is expected to have significant economic benefits for both countries and will contribute to the development of the region.
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