Olivier Nduhungirehe

Rule Changes

As of September 2026: Signed the joint statement restoring ties with Belgium

Belgium and Rwanda restored diplomatic relations on Tuesday, 18 months after Rwanda severed ties over the war in eastern Congo. Both governments will reopen embassies, starting with small staffs led by interim chargés d'affaires.

Updated Sep 23

Rule Changes

As of May 2026: Co‑signatory of the Rwanda health compact and spokesperson on Washington Accord

In 2025 the Trump administration dismantled the post-Cold War global health architecture by withdrawing from the WHO, freezing most foreign aid, and abolishing USAID's development role. Through its 'America First Global Health Strategy,' the administration created bilateral health compacts requiring partner governments to co-finance HIV, TB, malaria, and outbreak response programs and gradually assume full responsibility.

Updated May 10

Force in Play

As of May 2026: Principal Rwandan signatory of the Washington Accord

In early 2025, the Rwanda-backed M23 rebellion and its allies seized Goma and Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, displacing millions. The United States stepped in and brokered the June 27 Washington Accord.

Updated May 9