US seeks tougher rules for regional forces in DR Congo

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East African Regional Force soldiers guard Rumangabo camp in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on January 6, 2023. PHOTO | GUERCHOM NDEBO | AFP

The working rules for East African Community Regional Forces (EACRF) in the Democratic Republic of Congo are going to be tougher if the US gets the support it seeks from the United Nations Security Council for its proposals.

According to Washington, the idea is to learn from the mistakes of the departing UN Stabilisation Mission in the Congo (Monusco) and place stringent safeguards for troops not to violate civilian rights.