# DRC diplomatic and bilateral engagements > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/drc-diplomatic-and-bilateral-engagements > Updated: 2026-10-23T13:54:39.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner has undertaken several diplomatic missions to strengthen international relations and address national priorities. In late September 2026, the Minister visited Rome to engage with the Congolese diaspora and highlight historical diplomatic ties between the Kongo Kingdom and the Holy See. During this mission, she emphasized the role of skilled professionals in national development and met with diplomats to discuss peace and social justice. By late October 2026, diplomatic efforts shifted toward bilateral cooperation with Germany. In meetings held in Kinshasa, the Minister and German Deputy Foreign Minister Serap Güler discussed economic partnerships in the energy sector and natural resource valuation. The discussions also covered the security situation in eastern DRC, humanitarian needs in Uvira, and the renewal of the MONUSCO mandate at the United Nations Security Council. The engagement concluded with an agreement to reopen the Goethe-Institut to foster cultural ties. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Germany and DRC discuss economic cooperation and security in Kinshasa DRC Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner and German Deputy Foreign Minister Serap Güler met in Kinshasa to discuss energy cooperation, natural resources, and security in eastern DRC. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-and-drc-discuss-economic-cooperation-and-security-in-kinshasa ### 2026-09-29: DRC Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner visits Rome DRC Foreign Minister Thérèse Kayikwamba Wagner visited Rome to honor historical Kongo Kingdom diplomacy and engage with the Congolese diaspora regarding national development and consular services. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/drc-foreign-minister-thrse-kayikwamba-wagner-visits-rome --- Cite as: DRC diplomatic and bilateral engagements. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/drc-diplomatic-and-bilateral-engagements