On November 12, 2025, a round table “Development of humanitarian and medical cooperation between Russia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo” was held in the building of the State Duma of the Russian Federation. The event, organized with the support of State Duma Deputy Dmitry Kuznetsov, the International Medical Humanitarian Mission and the African Business Club, was an important step towards strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
During the discussion, the participants of the round table touched upon key issues related to humanitarian and medical cooperation. The main focus was on joint projects aimed at solving urgent health problems in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, such as combating infectious diseases, improving the availability of medical services and developing health infrastructure. In particular, they discussed the creation and expansion of educational programs for medical professionals, which will improve the quality of medical care in the country.
The round table was attended by high-profile guests. Among them was Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the Russian Federation Ivan Wangu Ngimbi, as well as a delegation from the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo headed by Honorary Minister Willy Mishiki Buhini. These participants stressed the importance of developing bilateral cooperation and expressed their willingness to further support medical and humanitarian initiatives.
During the discussion, the participants of the round table touched upon key issues related to humanitarian and medical cooperation. The main focus was on joint projects aimed at solving urgent health problems in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, such as combating infectious diseases, improving the availability of medical services and developing health infrastructure. In particular, they discussed the creation and expansion of educational programs for medical professionals, which will improve the quality of medical care in the country.
The round table was attended by high-profile guests. Among them was Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the Russian Federation Ivan Wangu Ngimbi, as well as a delegation from the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo headed by Honorary Minister Willy Mishiki Buhini. These participants stressed the importance of developing bilateral cooperation and expressed their willingness to further support medical and humanitarian initiatives.
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The event also brought together representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Russia, as well as leading scientific and educational institutions. Specialists and experts discussed potential areas for joint projects aimed at strengthening Russian-Congolese relations in the fields of medicine, education and economics.
Special attention was paid to the role of the private sector and public organizations in the development of humanitarian cooperation. The African Business Club, headed by Louis Gowend, confirmed its readiness to continue supporting economic and social projects aimed at strengthening ties between the BRICS+ countries and Africa, including in the medical and humanitarian fields. Russian business representatives have expressed interest in participating in projects that will help improve the quality of life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The round table became an important stage in the development of humanitarian and medical cooperation between Russia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the face of global challenges such as pandemics, infections, and health crises, diplomacy plays a key role in solving problems and implementing joint projects.
The results of the event demonstrated significant potential for expanding bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian and medical fields. The participants agreed on the need for further exchange of experience and collaboration, which will become the basis for strengthening partnerships and solving urgent health problems in the region.
The round table in the State Duma highlighted the importance of the strategic partnership between Russia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This event opened up new opportunities for strengthening humanitarian and medical ties, and was a step towards addressing important social and medical issues that require close international cooperation.
