President Tshisekedi arrived in Entebbe, Uganda, on Wednesday, October 30, for a short working visit, as confirmed by a tweet from the Congolese presidency.
This visit represents a significant advancement in the relationship between the DRC and Uganda, especially as both countries confront ongoing security challenges in the region. During his time in Uganda, President Tshisekedi is scheduled to meet with President Yoweri Museveni at the presidential palace.
The two leaders will hold a private discussion to address the concerning security conditions in eastern DRC, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts against armed groups.
A major focus will be on the progress of joint military operations conducted by the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) and the Uganda People’s Defense Army (UPDF) against the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a terrorist group active in the North Kivu and Ituri provinces.
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