Rwanda has welcomed remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio recognizing the country's fulfillment of its commitments in ongoing efforts to resolve the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Rwanda has praised its longstanding partnership with the United States as the U.S. Embassy in Kigali marked the 250th anniversary of American independence, a milestone that also coincides with 64 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Rwanda and France have signed two cooperation agreements, including one on migration management and another aimed at easing employment opportunities for family members of diplomatic staff posted in both countries.

Justin Nsengiyumva has met members of the Rwandan community living in Benin, commending their contribution to strengthening the expanding relations between Rwanda and Benin.

Prime Minister Dr Justin Nsengiyumva has arrived in Cotonou, Benin, where he is representing President Paul Kagame at the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Romuald Wadagni.

Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Olivier Nduhungirehe, has emphasized investment in infrastructure, human capital development, and strengthened intra-African trade as key drivers for building a sustainable and resilient African economy.

Brig. Gen. Ronald Rwivanga, former Spokesperson of the Rwanda Defence Force, has assumed leadership of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), pledging transparency, professionalism, and strengthened regional cooperation in peace and security operations.

Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe has warned that hate speech and disinformation are increasingly undermining global peacekeeping operations, calling for stronger international action to address evolving security threats.