The USA congratulates Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo on his re-election to a 2d time period as President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). We additionally congratulate the Congolese folks for his or her dedication to creating their voices heard all through the electoral procedure. Now the vital activity of establishing nationwide brotherly love requires management, duty, and inclusivity in any respect ranges.
Regrettably, as famous through home and global commentary missions, lack of confidence, logistical problems, and preparatory shortcomings created important delays and boundaries to vote casting on election day. For lots of, incidents of fraud and corruption raised doubts concerning the integrity of the effects. We inspire the Unbiased Nationwide Electoral Fee (CENI) to make sure larger transparency in regards to the tabulation of closing effects. The USA additionally strongly urges Congolese government to release a complete evaluate of the electoral procedure, examine and dangle responsible those that tried to undermine the need of the folk, and, in session with stakeholders, act on suggestions to support long run elections.
The USA seems to be ahead to increasing its partnership with the DRC executive and dealing with Congolese folks around the country to advance our mutual pursuits.
