
Rwandan businessman calls for stronger Pakistan-Rwanda economic ties
Saeed Alam hosted a dinner for a visiting Pakistani business delegation in Rwanda, urging greater trade and investment partnerships between the two countries.

Saeed Alam hosted a dinner for a visiting Pakistani business delegation in Rwanda, urging greater trade and investment partnerships between the two countries.

A Pakistan Embassy-hosted B2B and G2B session in Rwanda brought together business delegations from both countries to discuss trade and investment cooperation.

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry credited Rwanda's high commissioner for helping strengthen trade ties between the two countries.

The bilateral agreement aims to diversify trade, strengthen private-sector partnerships and lay groundwork for a possible future free trade deal.
The two countries resumed diplomatic ties following a break linked to the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, though questions remain about whether the shift will bring the region closer to peace.

In an interview with France 24, Burundi's head of state accuses Kigali of concealing a "hidden agenda" behind its presence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Doha was praised for mediating the rupture between Brussels and Kigali, underscoring its role in international peace efforts, Al Jazeera reports.
Belgium's foreign minister said restoring ties provides structured channels for dialogue without abandoning the country's prior position.
Kigali had severed ties with Brussels in March 2025, accusing it of siding with Kinshasa in the DRC conflict.

The historical context resurfaces as a British doctor faces charges over alleged killings committed during the 1994 genocide.

The 65-year-old was arrested after a seven-year investigation opened following a request from Rwandan authorities.

Rwandan exports to China surged from under 5% to 26% of total exports in a year, driven by tariff removal, though producers say meeting Chinese sanitary requirements remains the bigger challenge.

Diplomatic talks in Geneva seek to address the standoff between Kinshasa and Kigali as the M23 armed group holds significant territory in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Al Jazeera reported.

Diplomats meeting in Geneva are examining the durability of a Rwanda-Democratic Republic of the Congo peace agreement as clashes and disagreements over security commitments persist, according to Al Jazeera.

A report from France 24 — English sets out the main available details, with claims kept attributed to their sources.

A report from France 24 — English sets out the main available details, with claims kept attributed to their sources.

Rwanda international Joy-Lance Mickels, playing for Azerbaijan's Sabah, is hoping to help his team upset Manchester United in the Champions League, according to BBC Sport.