United States Supports Conclusion of Inter-Congolese Dialogue

The United States welcomes the conclusion of the Inter-Congolese Dialogue in Sun City, South Africa, April 2. The United States supports this important step towards reuniting the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the establishment of a transitional government.

In the spirit of the signing of this inclusive agreement, we call on all Congolese parties to cease any and all military activity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. We urge the Congolese parties to support reconciliation and national unity that will lead to free and fair elections.

We would like to express our deep appreciation to the former President of Botswana,
Sir Ketumile Masire, for his role as Facilitator of the Inter-Congolese Dialogue. We would also like to thank South African Presidet Thabo Mbeki and the United Nations Secretary General’s Special Envoy, Moustapha Niasse, for their continued efforts in support of the Congolese peace process.