Congo’s PM: No Resources Will Be Sold Off in Washington Deals
Congo’s PM vows no minerals will be sold off as U.S. mineral talks continue. She calls for peace, unity, and fair deals for Congo’s future.
May 20, 2025 at 4:26:57 AM
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PM Judith Suminwa
Congo’s new Prime Minister, Judith Suminwa, has strongly defended the country’s natural wealth during ongoing talks in Washington. She promised full transparency and no “selling off” of national resources, even as foreign powers show growing interest in Congo’s minerals.
Focus on Peace, Not Exploitation
Speaking from the Katanga Business Meeting 2025 (KBM), Suminwa addressed reporters after a panel on the Lobito Corridor, a major infrastructure route aimed at boosting regional trade and mining exports. But the real spotlight was on two issues: the conflict in Eastern Congo and mineral deals involving international players.
We’ve lost millions of lives in the East over nearly 30 years,” she said. “President Tshisekedi and our government are doing everything to bring peace through the Luanda, Nairobi, Doha processes, and even new discussions in Washington.”
She noted support from the UN, EU, and regional allies, but stressed that real change depends on implementing peace resolutions on the ground.
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Mining Deals Under the Microscope
With the U.S. expected to finalize a critical minerals deal with the DRC by June, Suminwa made it clear:
No DRC resources will be sold off.
She promised any agreement would go through internal consultation with Congolese stakeholders, a move likely aimed at calming fears of neocolonial-style exploitation.
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