He was hosted on the first day of his visit to the country on Monday 11th April 2022 after addressing both chambers of the country’s parliament.
President Kagame thanked his counterpart for inviting him to the country and warm hospitality extended to him.
The visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations will be characterized by the signing of agreements on the second day in the sectors of economic partnership for the promotion and protection of investments, mining, SMEs and handcrafts, culture and arts, as well as youth, sport, and civic education.
Kagame said that both countries have built strong foundation over the years noting that the multiple bilateral agreements to be signed demonstrate productive ties between Rwanda and Congo.
The Head of State also said that both countries have what it takes to address common challenges joining forces to ensure that they continue to move faster towards progress and success.
“Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, and other global crises, African countries cannot afford to do things alone. And it is in this background President that we value so much the friendship between the Congolese people and Rwandese and I value our relationship with you Mr President,” he noted.
President Kagame was accompanied by the delegation including the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr. Vincent Biruta; the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Uzziel Ndagijimana and the CEO of Rwanda Development Board, Clare Akamanzi among others.
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