In a significant development to address the ongoing conflict in Sudan, South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir and Sudan’s Forces for Freedom and Change (FFC) agreed to establish a joint committee.
This committee, composed of representatives from both the FFC and the South Sudan Mediation Committee for Peace in Sudan, is tasked with facilitating communication, coordination, and follow-up efforts to end the war and establish peace in Sudan.
The FFC’s Vision for Peace
The FFC delegation, during their visit to South Sudan, met with President Kiir and other high-ranking officials.
They shared their vision, which emphasizes stopping the war as a top priority. The FFC is committed to finding a comprehensive and just political solution that leads to the formation of a single national and professional army, democratic civilian rule, and sustainable peace in Sudan.
Regional Efforts and International Cooperation
President Salva Kiir, known for his active involvement in regional peace efforts, has participated in initiatives like the IGAD Quartet.
His recent agreement with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during a visit to Cairo underscores the commitment of both countries to contribute to ending the conflict in Sudan.
This regional cooperation is crucial for the success of peace initiatives in the region.
Communication with Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
The FFC has reached out to Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Chairman of the Sovereign Council, seeking a meeting to discuss a road map to end the war.
This road map aims to establish sustainable peace and a democratic civil transition in Sudan, reflecting the FFC’s commitment to a Sudanese-led solution to the conflict.
Mediation Efforts and Unifying Political Forces
The South Sudanese presidency highlighted the FFC delegation’s request for President Kiir to intensify his mediation efforts.
The meeting focused on mechanisms to end the war, based on the outcomes of the Cairo Summit, and outlined steps to unify political and civil forces in Khartoum.
These efforts also include initiatives proposed by neighboring countries to stop the conflict in Sudan.
