The United Kingdom urges the parties in eastern DRC to continue to engage in the ongoing peace processes: UK statement at the UN Security Council

First, the United Kingdom urges the parties in eastern DRC to continue to engage in good faith in the ongoing peace processes facilitated by the United States and Qatar.

These processes, alongside leadership by the African Union, provide the best opportunity to deliver the peace, prosperity and security that the people of eastern DRC deserve.

We thank all the facilitators for their efforts.

Now it is time for the commitments to be implemented.

Second, the United Kingdom calls on all parties in eastern DRC to protect civilians and to facilitate humanitarian access in accordance with international humanitarian law.

The United Kingdom continues to support humanitarian efforts in eastern DRC through the provision of approximately $80 million of lifesaving financial assistance this year.