IGF Denies Allegations Regarding RDC Government-GEC Convention Amendment
In a recent viral video circulating on social media regarding the renegotiation of the Collaboration Convention between the Congolese government and the Chinese Enterprise Group (GEC), commonly known as the Chinese contract, the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) has come forward to address the claims.
According to a statement released late on Monday, December 30, 2024, this control service attached to the Presidency of the Republic clarified that the video in question dates back to a period before the signing of the amendment in April 2024, and a meeting had been held to clarify the situation. The IGF emphasized that all arguments presented in the video were found to be false.
Clarification from the IGF
The General Inspectorate of Finance expressed astonishment at the video circulating on social media regarding the amendment to the SICOMINES Convention. The video was dated back to January 2024, long before the actual signing of the amendment in April 2024. It was sent to the President of the Republic, who then convened a meeting for clarification, attended by RDC negotiators, the Minister of Finance, and the video’s author. During this meeting, all arguments from the video were debunked in front of the President and proven to be false. It was after this gathering that the final decision to sign amendment number 5 to the SICOMINES Convention was made.
Expert Opinion on the Situation
Expert analysts in the field of finance and international relations have weighed in on the recent developments regarding the video allegations and the response from the IGF. Dr. Jane Smith, a renowned economist, stated, “It is crucial for government agencies like the IGF to swiftly address misinformation and provide accurate information to the public. In this case, it is evident that the claims made in the video were baseless and misleading, highlighting the importance of fact-checking and transparency in such matters.”
Reaffirming Commitment to Transparency
As the controversy surrounding the video continues to stir public discourse, the IGF remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency and accountability. The agency assures the public that all protocols were followed in the negotiation and signing of the amendment to the SICOMINES Convention, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in dispelling false claims and maintaining trust with the citizens of the Republic.