DRC-US Strategic Partnership Washington Forum
Washington, DC
Saturday, February 7 – Saturday, February 7, 2026
298 spots remaining
About This Conference
A one-day forum exploring the historic U.S.–DRC Strategic Partnership Agreement signed on December 4, 2025 under the Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity. The forum brings together government officials, diaspora leaders, investors, academics, and stakeholders to discuss the economic, industrial, and institutional impact of the partnership.
When & Where
Saturday, February 7, 2026 – Saturday, February 7, 2026
Venue
Jack Morton Auditorium, George Washington University
Address
805 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
Your Host
Freddy Shembo
APCSC Director General
Freddy Shembo serves as Director General of APCSC and is a key organizer of the DRC-US Strategic Partnership forums, working to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties between the United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Why You Should Attend
Gain insights into the economic and industrial impact of the partnership
Learn about concrete development projects in the DRC
Network with key experts and stakeholders
Engage in the ongoing growth and collaboration between the USA and DRC
Meet the Panelists
H.E. Patrick Muyaya
Minister of Communication
Minister of Communication of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
H.E. Yvette Ngandu Kapinga
Ambassador, DRC to the USA
Ambassador of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the United States of America.
Dr. Freddy Yodi Shembo
Director General, APCSC
Director General of APCSC, leading efforts to strengthen U.S.–DRC economic and diplomatic cooperation.
Dr. Ngole Joel Nshisso
Representative, Forum of Congolese Intellectuals Abroad (FICE)
Representative of the Forum of Congolese Intellectuals Abroad (FICE), advocating for diaspora engagement in DRC development.
Stephen Lande
President, Manchester Trade
President of Manchester Trade, specializing in international trade policy and U.S.–Africa economic relations.
Agenda
10:00
10:30
Registration and Welcome
10:30
10:45
The U.S. and DRC Strategic Partnership: What it means for Diaspora
10:45
11:15
Government and institutional support for diaspora-led initiatives
11:15
11:45
Practical investment strategies for diaspora
11:45
12:15
Policy and opportunities for diaspora engagement and investment
12:15
12:45
Benefits for youths and academia in diaspora
12:45
13:00
Q&A and Open Discussion
Michael McManus
Facilitated by Michael McManus
13:00
13:15
Closing remarks and acknowledgments
