Democratic Republic of the Congo
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The Council will discuss two forthcoming reports of the Secretary-General: on foreign fighters in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC); and the regular report on the UN Organization Mission in the DRC (MONUC).
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A Council mission visited the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in early November. The mission had two goals: reinforce the transitional process in the DRC, especially the constitutional referendum on December 18, and maintain the momentum towards the elections in June 2006; and assess the future options for the Council including the levers available such as sanctions and the need for compliance with the arms embargo in helping to secure the disarmament, reintegration and repatriation of fighters in the country.
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The Council mission will meet with a range of parties in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to convey support for the transition process and help build confidence in the lead up to elections.
