DRC: Breaking the War Economy behind the DRC’s Critical Minerals

Oct 13, 2026 | Gunnar Ivarsson
Organization for World Peace
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A critical impasse over natural resources may be imminent in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Further diplomatic efforts could worsen the armed conflict over valuable natural resources. While regional mediators deal with high-level peace proposals, violent fighting is still taking place over the mineral corridors.