DR Congo, Rwanda clash over Francophonie leadership as Macron seeks compromise
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda are in a diplomatic dispute over the selection of the next secretary-general for the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie. This conflict adds another layer of tension to the existing cross-border issues between the two nations.
Why it matters
The leadership of the Francophonie organization influences diplomatic relations and cultural policy across 53 member states.
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, already mired in cross-border conflict, clashed on Saturday over who should next…
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