Exclusif: Tibor Nagy: "One of my greatest regrets was advocating for the US to support Tshisekedi."

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In this exclusive interview for KINSHASA TELEVISION, Ambassador Tibor Nagy, former US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, expresses his deep regrets regarding his past advocacy for Félix Tshisekedi following the 2018 elections. He analyzes current authoritarian trends, the debate over constitutional changes in the DRC, and the complex diplomatic dynamics between Kinshasa, Rwanda, and Washington. Key Topics Covered: * Why Tibor Nagy changed his mind about the Tshisekedi administration. * Insights into the 2018 election and the role of the Constitutional Court. * The risks of democratic backsliding and the third-term debate. * A striking comparison between government services in Goma and Gisenyi. * The stakes of critical minerals and the US-China competition in the DRC. * His vision for the future of Congolese youth and the country's wealth. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: Who is Ambassador Tibor Nagy? 01:30 Why I changed my mind about Félix Tshisekedi 03:15 Disappointment over potential constitutional changes 05:00 2019 Context: The US’s 3 main goals for the DRC 07:30 The Fayulu vs. Tshisekedi dilemma in 2018 10:00 Current state of Washington-Kinshasa relations 12:30 Conflict in the East: Balancing RDC and Rwanda 15:00 Goma vs. Gisenyi: A lesson in governance 18:15 The DRC Paradox: Richest country, poorest people 21:00 Critical minerals: The US-China competition in DRC 24:00 Personal advice from Tibor Nagy to Félix Tshisekedi 26:30 Conclusion and hope for the Congolese youth