Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Nduhungirehe on Friday, February 6 took stock of Rwanda\u2019s position on the international stage, noting how the country has strengthened its global standing.<\/p>\nHe was speaking at the second day of the 20th National Umushyikirano Council, a forum for Rwandans to discuss issues of national importance, including national development, unity, and youth empowerment.<\/p>\n
Nduhungirehe said Rwanda is in a strong position within the international community, viewed as a “reliable, stable, and respected partner,” thanks to the progress and results the country has achieved.<\/p>\n
Expanding international presence<\/p>\n
In terms of foreign relations, Minister Nduhungirehe said that Rwanda has steadily expanded its international presence, particularly since the first edition of Umushyikirano in 2003.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the time, Rwanda had 20 embassies, today that number has grown to 50, across all continents of the world,” he said. “Likewise, the number of foreign embassies in Rwanda has increased. In the same year, Rwanda had 16 foreign embassies, but now there are 47 of them.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition, 22 international organisations have chosen Rwanda as the location for their headquarters.\u201d<\/p>\n
The country also plays an active role in major international organisations, including the Commonwealth and La Francophonie.<\/p>\n
\u201cRwanda\u2019s role extends to Africa, where it contributes to building a united continent. Many African Union meetings have been hosted in Rwanda, and the President has even been asked to lead a committee responsible for US reforms,\u201d he added<\/p>\n
According to Nduhungirehe, these efforts underscore Rwanda\u2019s strong and growing international influence.<\/p>\n
Economic diplomacy<\/p>\n
Nduhungirehe also noted Rwanda\u2019s efforts in economic diplomacy, aimed at facilitating investment, trade, and exports.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe country has signed agreements with other nations, including bilateral investment treaties and double taxation avoidance agreements, to make business easier.\u201d<\/p>\n
Diaspora contributions<\/p>\n
According to Nduhungirehe, beyond fostering unity and patriotism, the diaspora has contributed significantly through remittances.<\/p>\n
\u201cAt the first edition of Umushyikirano, Rwandans abroad sent $9.6 million back home; today, that figure has grown to $520 million, a 52-fold increase,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe diaspora also invests in Rwanda and partners with government, with various programmes encouraging them to return and contribute directly to development.\u201d<\/p>\n
Rwanda\u2019s role in global security<\/p>\n
On security, Nduhungirehe said Rwanda is a trusted partner of the United Nations in maintaining global peace.<\/p>\n
The minister said that Rwanda is currently the second-largest contributor of peacekeeping troops in the world, with more than 6,000 personnel deployed in countries including South Sudan and the Central African Republic.<\/p>\n
\u201cRwanda is committed to protecting civilians,\u201d Nduhungirehe said. \u201cSimply having UN troops on the ground is not enough, but their main duty should be protecting civilians.\u201d<\/p>\n
This is also the motivation behind Rwanda’s bilateral security agreements and deployments to Mozambique and the Central African Republic.<\/p>\n
Source: The New Times<\/b><\/p>\n
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