Why Congo’s vast army is struggling
ITS soldiers are underpaid and underarmed. Its ranks are riddled with factions pursuing their own interests. And successive ...
India holds talks with Congo for pact to source cobalt, copper, sources say
India is holding talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo to sign an initial agreement securing supplies of critical minerals such as cobalt and copper, two sources with direct knowledge of the ...
With U.S. Aid Cuts No Longer a Threat, Rwanda Bets Big on Soft Power
Rwanda appears to be betting on its reputation as a key security partner and sports destination to minimize any backlash to its involvement in the war.
US open to minerals partnerships with Democratic Republic of Congo
The United States is open to exploring critical minerals partnerships with Congo, the State Department said in a statement to ...
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Column: Congo’s export ban not enough to clear the cobalt glut
The Congolese government appears to understand that an export ban offers only temporary relief and that something more ...
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US, Congo in ‘exploratory talks’ over minerals deal: FT
The United States is holding “exploratory talks” with Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) over a deal that would give it ...
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U.S. Eyes Strategic Mineral Partnerships with Congo Amid Rising Global Tensions
The U.S. is considering partnerships with the Congo to boost its critical minerals supply. Congo, rich in cobalt, lithium, ...