U.S. Denies Funding Congo's $100 Million Mine Security Force
The United States has clarified that it is not funding a new paramilitary force in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) intended to secure mining sites. This announcement follows a statement from Congo's General Inspectorate of Mines, which mentioned a $100 million budget for the force, purportedly under strategic partnerships with the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates. The U.S. embassy emphasized its commitment to economic growth and stability in Congo but denied involvement in funding mine security units. The DRC, a major supplier of cobalt and copper, is seeking to enhance security around its mineral assets to attract investment and reduce armed group activities. 
