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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Armed Conflict

Lords · Question HL16316 · Tabled 13 Apr 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office · Official record

Answered 27 Apr 2026

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Asked by The Lord Bishop of Winchester

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC); and what representations they have made to the governments of the DRC and Rwanda regarding commitments to implementing the Washin

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Answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington, 27 Apr 2026

In February 2025, the UK introduced policy measures on Rwanda in response to developments in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The UK continues to encourage all parties to meaningfully engage with peace processes and implement agreed commitments. ...