DRC Signs New Trade & Cooperation Deals Across Latin America

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has completed a landmark interministerial diplomatic tour across Latin America, securing a series of bilateral cooperation agreements with Uruguay, Argentina, and Brazil. Led by Foreign Affairs Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner, the high-level delegation opened a new chapter of South-South engagement focused on trade, defense, culture, and strategic diplomacy.

Uruguay: First Harvest of Agreements

In Montevideo, the Congolese delegation signed several pivotal agreements:

• General Cooperation Agreement – establishing a broad diplomatic framework

• Defense Cooperation – signed with Minister Sandra Lazo

• Cultural Exchange Deal – with Acting Minister Gabriela Verde

These agreements mark the beginning of deeper relations based on shared values and development goals.

Argentina: Reawakening a Dormant Alliance

In Buenos Aires on August 8, discussions resumed after over 40 years of stagnant relations. Key talks with Argentina’s Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein focused on:

• DRC’s election to the UN Security Council