The Secretariat of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) welcomes the signing of the Peace Agreement between the Sudanese Government and armed groups in Juba the capital of South Sudan on 31st August 2020.
Signing the said peace agreement is a major breakthrough and a great step in consolidating peace and stability in Sudan. The agreement addresses important issues relating to power sharing, promotion of stability, and the return of displaced persons. Moreover the peace deal lays the foundation for sustainable peace and stability in Darfur and other conflict-affected areas. Furthermore, agreement demonstrates the commitment of the all Sudanese parties to prioritize peace and stability; accordingly the Conference Secretariat (CS) hails the said step and applauds it.
The CS confirms its support to the Sudanese Peace Agreement of 31st August 2020 and expresses its commitment to continue coordination with: the Sudanese Government; all Sudanese parties and development partners for the implementation of programs and initiatives that would boost the developmental priorities of Sudan especially in the war-affected areas.
The Conference Secretariat commends the Government of South Sudan for its role in facilitating the peace negotiations, and appreciates the valuable support provided by the United Nations and regional and bilateral partners that helped in making the peace agreement possible.
Bujumbura 2nd of September 2020
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