Violent demonstrations are at the moment going down close to a number of embassies, together with the Belgian one. Within the course of, a gate was additionally set on fireplace, however this fireplace was shortly introduced again beneath management. At no time has there been a direct hazard to embassy employees and guests.
FPS Overseas Affairs is intently monitoring the state of affairs and is in shut contact with the Belgian embassy in Kinshasa and the Congolese authorities.
Our embassy in Kinshasa instantly requested an enhanced safety presence from the Congolese authorities. This acquired a constructive response. We additionally reminded the Congolese authorities of their responsibility to guard diplomatic premises and employees.
As at all times, defending the safety of embassy employees and the Belgian neighborhood is our precedence. The embassy in Kinshasa is involved with Belgians in Kinshasa and the area. They’re at the moment suggested to remain indoors and monitor present occasions intently. In the meantime, the state of affairs appears to be stabilising.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Belgium – Overseas Affairs, Overseas Commerce and Improvement Cooperation.
