The Green Social Democratic Party (PSDV) has closely observed the recent announcement regarding the upcoming inclusive national political dialogue in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The PSDV applauds the Head of State’s expressed commitment to engaging in consultations with all social and political forces across the nation. This initiative aims to strengthen national cohesion through collective deliberation, which is vital for safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, currently gravely threatened by Rwandan aggression.
Consequently, the Green Social Democratic Party emphasizes that this forum must not misunderstand the root cause of the prevailing crisis: the unjust aggression targeting our nation.
To ensure the success and effectiveness of this critical process, the PSDV proposes the following recommendations, serving as crucial terms of reference for the dialogue:
- Regarding the objective
While acknowledging other significant internal political matters, this extensive consultation should primarily focus on the establishment of a broad patriotic front to counter the aggression against our country.
- Regarding the location
The dialogue sessions must take place within the national territory.
- Regarding participation
The Green Social Democratic Party reaffirms its commitment to the principle of inclusivity, provided it aligns with realistic and structured participation modalities that conform to the DRC’s international commitments.
Internally, the dialogue will include representatives from the political majority, the unarmed opposition, and civil society, with additional political figures also participating.
Concerning armed opposition groups, the PSDV advocates for them to continue their ongoing discussions with government representatives abroad. These specific negotiations should primarily aim at the strict implementation of commitments made under the Doha process (disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of armed groups) and the Washington agreement. This is without prejudice to the effective fulfillment of binding obligations stemming from UN Security Council Resolution 2773, which serves as an essential roadmap for a lasting resolution to the conflict.
- Regarding moderation
Given that this is a national dialogue, the Green Social Democratic Party believes it is imperative for the Head of State to play a leading role in overseeing the proceedings, in his capacity as the nation’s representative and the embodiment of national unity, prerogatives granted by Article 69 of the Constitution.
In this role, he should designate a personality who commands sufficient credibility among all stakeholders to facilitate the dialogue. This facilitator will receive support from representatives of various religious confessions (Catholic, Protestant, Kimbanguist, Muslim, and the Awakening Church of Congo) for specific tasks.
- Regarding observation
The presence of representatives from the African Union and the United Nations as observers is necessary due to their direct involvement in the process of resolving the crisis caused by the aggression.
Indeed, it is to these international institutions that certain conclusions of the dialogue will be presented for advocacy, particularly to secure the effective implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2773.
In light of these considerations, the Green Social Democratic Party reiterates its readiness to contribute to the dialogue’s success and its unwavering commitment to restoring territorial integrity and the sacred defense of the homeland.
Done in Kinshasa, August 04, 2026
Léonard SHE OKITUNDU
National President
