Dili, Timor-Leste – The g7+ Secretariat will conduct official missions to Liberia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in March 2026 to strengthen cooperation with both nations in their capacities as Deputy Chairs of the g7+. The visits aim further reinforce their political leadership within the group and advance the collective vision of the g7+ amid the ongoing geopolitical and geoeconomic shifts.
The missions will be led by Dr. Helder da Costa, General Secretary of the g7+, accompanied by delegations from the Secretariat. The first mission will take place in Monrovia, Liberia, from 17–19 March 2026, followed by a mission to Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, from 22–25 March 2026.
The missions will explore how the g7+ can further assist the two countries through initiatives such as the Rapid Advisory Response Centre (RARC), which provides legal expertise and peer support among member states facing urgent and complex national legal challenge. Discussions will also focus on advancing the group’s collective priorities, including enhancing peer learning among member states in areas such as public financial management, natural resource governance, and access to justice.
The engagements will further examine ways to strengthen the collective voice of g7+ countries in international platforms, including the United Nations Security Council and international financial institutions, ensuring that the perspectives and priorities of countries affected by conflict and fragility are better represented in global decision-making.
During the visits to Monrovia and Kinshasa, the g7+ delegation will hold meetings with senior government officials and engage with civil society organizations, development partners, and academic institutions. These engagements aim to raise awareness of the g7+ mission and strengthen collaboration in advancing peacebuilding and statebuilding priorities in fragile and conflict-affected contexts. Each visit will conclude with a press conference to brief national and international media on the key outcomes of the missions.
For further information, please contact:
Ms. Helche Silvester
External Partnership, Media and Communication Manager
Email: Helche.silvester@g7plus.org