Congo-Kinshasa: We Are Surprised By U.S. Action, Says DRC Envoy The Democratic Republic of Congo's ambassador to South Africa, Bene M'Poko, has expressed concern about the way the United States is handling the political developments in the country. The envoy's remarks came after the U.S placed sanctions on two high-ranking Congolese officials who were considered to be close to President Joseph Kabila. M’Poko believes the U.S government is involved in conflicts around the world but does not always apply the same principles everywhere. The two individuals are to be isolated and put under sanctions. BBC