The Democratic Republic of Congo took part this Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Beijing, China, in the first ministerial dialogue focused on international cooperation for the application of the security law, sanctioned by the signing of a memorandum of understanding on the cooperation of the police chiefs of East African countries and the Chinese Ministry of Public Security (EAPCCO), reports a dispatch from the Ministry of the Interior.
The Congolese government, represented by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Interior and Security, Jacquemain Shabani, reserved the right to sign this document due to the lack of condemnation from the East African Community (EAC) regarding the aggression against the DRC in its eastern part by its neighbor, Rwanda. Nevertheless, the head of Congolese security expressed the DRC’s wish to maintain cooperation with the land of the rising sun with a view to improving the well-being of the population and its security.
The Democratic Republic of Congo took part this Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Beijing, China, in the first ministerial dialogue focused on international cooperation for the application of the security law, sanctioned by the signing of a memorandum of understanding on the cooperation of the police chiefs of East African countries and the Chinese Ministry of Public Security (EAPCCO), reports a dispatch from the Ministry of the Interior.
The Congolese government, represented by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Interior and Security, Jacquemain Shabani, reserved the right to sign this document due to the lack of condemnation from the East African Community (EAC) regarding the aggression against the DRC in its eastern part by its neighbor, Rwanda. Nevertheless, the head of Congolese security expressed the DRC’s wish to maintain cooperation with the land of the rising sun with a view to improving the well-being of the population and its security.
“Let me, as Minister of the Interior of the DRC, underline our reservation regarding its commitment to this memorandum of understanding that was signed today. Being a member of the East African community, mastering and realizing the values and principles of our community, which were recalled during our discussions today, among others the protection of the territories of our different countries, principles violated against our country, the Democratic Republic of Congo and until now never condemned by the East African community. The DRC marks its reservation and will favor its bilateral relationship between it and the People’s Republic of China,” declared Jacquemain Shabani from the top of the podium of the conference room of the Chinese Ministry of Public Security.
During his speech, Jacquemain Shabani stressed the importance of this first ministerial dialogue which, for him, is part of the construction of a new platform for cooperation in law enforcement with a view to a security sharing community between China and East Africa, of which the DRC is a member.
This refusal of the DRC to sign this memorandum is also explained by its desire to safeguard its guiding principles, among others the respect of territorial integrity and the inviolability of its borders. Jacquemain Shabani specified that his country will rather favor bilateral Sino-Congolese cooperation.
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Democratic Republic of Congo Engages in Ministerial Dialogue with China on Security Cooperation
In a significant development, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) participated in the first ministerial dialogue focused on international cooperation for the application of security law in Beijing, China, on September 7, 2024. The dialogue was marked by the signing of a memorandum of understanding on cooperation between the police chiefs of East African countries and the Chinese Ministry of Public Security (EAPCCO).
However, the Congolese government, represented by Deputy Prime Minister of the Interior and Security Jacquemain Shabani, reserved the right to sign the document due to the lack of condemnation from the East African Community (EAC) regarding the aggression against the DRC in its eastern part by its neighbor, Rwanda.
Despite this reservation, the head of Congolese security expressed the DRC’s wish to maintain cooperation with China, with a view to improving the well-being of the population and its security. This sentiment was echoed in a statement by Jacquemain Shabani, who emphasized the importance of the ministerial dialogue in building a new platform for cooperation in law enforcement with a view to a security sharing community between China and East Africa.
China’s Commitment to Security Cooperation with the DRC
China has been actively engaged in security cooperation with the DRC in recent years. In November 2023, China’s ambassador to the DRC, Zhao Bin, met with Congolese and Tanzanian security officials to discuss ways to better protect Chinese nationals in eastern Congo [[2]]. This meeting underscored China’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its citizens in the region.
The security situation for Chinese nationals in the DRC has been a concern in recent years, with reports of attacks and kidnappings [[3]]. In response, China has strengthened its security cooperation with the DRC, including the deployment of Chinese peacekeepers in the country.
MONUSCO’s Chinese Peacekeepers to Leave the DRC
In a related development, it was announced in April 2024 that MONUSCO’s Chinese peacekeepers would be leaving the DRC after more than 20 years of service [[1]]. This withdrawal is expected to have significant implications for security in the region.
Conclusion
The ministerial dialogue between the DRC and China marks an important step forward in security cooperation between the two countries. While the DRC’s reservation regarding the signing of the memorandum of understanding is understandable, it is clear that both countries are committed to improving security in the region. As China continues to strengthen its security cooperation with the DRC, it is likely that we will see further developments in this area in the coming years.
SEO Keywords: Democratic Republic of Congo, China, security cooperation, ministerial dialogue, EAPCCO, Jacquemain Shabani, Zhao Bin, MONUSCO, peacekeepers.
Democratic Republic of Congo Engages in Ministerial Dialogue with China on Security Cooperation
In a significant development, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) participated in the first ministerial dialogue focused on international cooperation for the application of security law in Beijing, China, on September 7, 2024. The dialogue was marked by the signing of a memorandum of understanding on cooperation between the police chiefs of East African countries and the Chinese Ministry of Public Security (EAPCCO).
However, the Congolese government, represented by Deputy Prime Minister of the Interior and Security Jacquemain Shabani, reserved the right to sign the document due to the lack of condemnation from the East African Community (EAC) regarding the aggression against the DRC in
