With our correspondent in Kinshasa, Kamanda wa Kamanda Muzembe

Insecurity in the east of the country, the difficult socio-economic situation and humanitarian problems were at the centre of talks between the two men, who mainly addressed the manner in which the UN intends to continue its partnership with the DRC and help populations.

They also discussed the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic which, according to the head of state, is in its second phase in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Félix Tshisekedi outlined to his interlocutor his vision of the current political situation, and how he intended to see it evolve.

"Gradual strategy" of withdrawal

Jean-Pierre Lacroix said he listened with interest, and regarding the future of Monusco, whose mandate is due to expire soon, the UN's number two evoked a "gradual strategy" of withdrawal, depending on the situation on the ground.

The UN Security Council will rule on the matter on December 20 next. Ground he will walk over the next three days, in North Kivu and Ituri, provinces facing persistent violence.