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Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo secures an 80 million euro deal with Louis Michel (Photo: European Commission)

Congo pledged largest EU election donation ever

The European Union has signed an agreement worth 80 million euro to help the Democratic Republic of Congo hold elections next year.

The financial support is the largest contribution that the EU has ever dedicated to supporting an election process, according to Belgian EU commissioner for development and humanitarian aid, Louis Michel. He held meetings with Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo over the weekend.

According to Reuters, the funding would initial...

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Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo secures an 80 million euro deal with Louis Michel (Photo: European Commission)

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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.

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