Peace negotiations between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group have resumed in Doha, Qatar, amid ongoing violence in the mineral-rich eastern provinces of the DRC. The eastern region is known for its vast deposits of critical minerals including tantalum, gold, cobalt, copper, and lithium, with less than 20% of the country mapped, indicating significant untapped potential. The United States has actively supported efforts to finalize a durable peace in Congo, aiming to spur billions of dollars in investment into the country's mineral sector. A regional economic framework is being drafted to enhance economic cooperation between Rwanda and the DRC. However, infrastructural investments in transportation, energy, water, and other areas are necessary to bring new greenfield mineral projects online. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted the profound risk of regional conflict, noting that investments remain difficult without a stable and functioning peace agreement. Meanwhile, in Colombia, mining sector leaders emphasize the importance of clear regulatory frameworks and exploration to boost competitiveness and support the country’s fiscal situation and transition efforts.