France Says Inclusive Dialogue Can Help Restore National Concord

Kinshasa, July 28, 2026 - France said holding inclusive national dialogue in the DRC would help restore national concord, adding international political backing to the process announced after Tshisekedi’s meeting with religious leaders.

The comment came as Congolese actors still disputed format, participation and timing.

This detail was included in the mid-to-late July DRC briefing.

External endorsements have become part of the political atmosphere around the talks without settling the outstanding disagreements.