# DRC national dialogue proposal > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/drc-national-dialogue-proposal > Updated: 2026-08-27T21:50:17.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2. President Félix Tshisekedi has formalized his proposal for a national dialogue aimed at peace, cohesion, and state refoundation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The initiative is designed to last a maximum of three months, beginning with consultations across the country’s 26 provinces before concluding with national sessions in Kinshasa. The process intends to address deep-seated crises, including security issues in the east, rather than serving as a reaction to protests. The proposal has triggered significant political friction. The opposition coalition, Article 64 (C64), has rejected the initiative, accusing the president of using the consultations as a maneuver to change the constitution and secure a third term in office. In response, the C64 has called for a truly inclusive dialogue and scheduled a national mobilization for September 15. In contrast, government officials and certain political groups, such as the UDPS and RCET-CPS, have welcomed the move. Supporters emphasize that the dialogue should prioritize national interest over political power-sharing. Government representatives have clarified that the process will exclude armed opposition groups and will not be used to overturn sovereign electoral choices or grant general amnesty for serious crimes. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-27: DRC President Félix Tshisekedi launches national dialogue amid opposition backlash President Félix Tshisekedi has launched a national dialogue in the DRC to address security and state reform, sparking intense debate between supportive government allies and opposition groups fearing term limit 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/flix-tshisekedi-proposes-inclusive-national-dialogue-for-drc ### 2026-08-17: Félix Tshisekedi announces upcoming national dialogue for DRC DRC President Félix Tshisekedi announced plans for a new inclusive national dialogue to promote cohesion, promising a forthcoming address to clarify the process's objectives and modalities. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/flix-tshisekedi-announces-upcoming-national-dialogue-for-drc --- Cite as: DRC national dialogue proposal. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/drc-national-dialogue-proposal