🌍 This week in Cairo, the fifth consultative meeting of the international group on Sudan brought key players together to draft a global roadmap aiming to end the nearly three-year conflict in Sudan.
Representatives from the African Union, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the European Union, the United Nations, and the Arab League agreed on three urgent goals:
- Stop the fighting
- Ensure humanitarian aid reaches civilians
- Prevent any attempts to divide Sudan
UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy for Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, called the talks 'highly successful', noting participants found 'a great deal of consensus' on the path to peace. 🤝🕊️
In a side meeting with US Senior Advisor Massad Boulos, Egypt's president made it clear that any threat to Sudan's unity crosses 'red lines'. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty echoed this tough stance, warning Egypt would not hesitate to take measures to protect its neighbour.
Last week, Saudi Arabia publicly accused the UAE of supplying arms to the Rapid Support Forces, stoking regional tensions. Meanwhile, Egypt says it now has US support after talks with Riyadh and Washington.
Political analyst Sara El Shalakany points out that Egypt's push for deeper international involvement reflects its security concerns: a shared border and the safety of Red Sea shipping lanes are on the line.
The Arab League launched these consultative meetings about 18 months ago to keep dialogue alive and support peace efforts in Sudan. As talks continue, all eyes are on whether this global roadmap can finally bring stability to the region.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
