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Onanga-Anyanga

lines on the record: 279
first: 2013-01-24
most recent: 2023-10-12
sittings or episodes: 18
sources: un-security-council

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“Faced with that situation, and at the express request of the Secretary-General and the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, the Deputy Secretary- General of the United Nations and the Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission have undertaken to better coordinate the efforts of our institutions with a view to strengthening the impact of development programmes, with a shared vision supported by two agendas: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Agenda 2063.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“I will come back to those issues in more detail in a moment. In short, their visit took place against a worrisome backdrop that threatens to reverse the meagre gains achieved in the years preceding the outbreak of the coronavirus disease, at a time when recovery efforts in the face of an economic recession are struggling to produce the expected effects, leaving the majority of African States under severe fiscal stress, over-indebted and stretched to the limit in their quest to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Therein lies the close link, in all its complexity, between development, peace and security, hence the Secretary-General’s call for a holistic approach to conflict prevention efforts, in particular in Africa.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“There has been a resurgence of extremely violent internal conflicts in which the logic of war has taken over; a resurgence in the threat of terrorism and extremist violence, creating a breeding ground for terrorism; and a succession of unconstitutional changes of power which often reflect serious failings in inclusive and responsible governance. However, that is not all. Never before have we seen nature unleashed with such ferocity owing to the serious disturbances caused by climate change, leaving destruction and desolation in its wake, which reflects States’ improbable ability to adapt to an increasingly incandescent planet, in which soil aridity and precariousness are accelerating, accentuating at the same time the sometimes-conflicting competition for scarce resources in spaces that have become inhospitable.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“The strategic United Nations-AU partnership is based on the twin principles of complementarity and relative advantages, drawing on the strengths of each organization to more effectively achieve their shared goals of peace and stability in Africa. It emphasizes preventive diplomacy and mediation initiatives. We are grateful to the President and the members of the Security Council for having visited the continent at a time when it is facing major changes, the full implications of which are not fully appreciated.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“Their visit to Addis Ababa, the constructive and substantive nature of the discussion and the joint communiqué that endorsed their work reflects the firm commitment of both Councils to overcome peace and security challenges in Africa through close cooperation and in a spirit of mutual respect and solidarity. Their discussions also confirmed the assessment in the report of the Secretary-General according to which robust partnerships between the United Nations and regional organizations, in particular the African Union; regional economic communities and regional mechanisms are essential for effective multilateralism.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“Solomon Ayele Dersso, whose organization carries out excellent research in support of the African Union and its partners in Addis Ababa. The Security Council has before it the report of the Secretary-General entitled “Strengthening the partnership between the United Nations and the African Union on issues of peace and security in Africa, including the work of the United Nations Office to the African Union” (S/2023/629). I welcome the opportunity afforded to me to present it. I would like to commend the members of the Security Council for the valuable exchanges that took place last week here in Addis Ababa with their counterparts in the African Union Peace and Security Council.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“Mr. Onanga-Anyanga: At the outset, I would like to thank the President of the Security Council for convening this important meeting on the cooperation between the United nations and regional and subregional organizations, specifically the African Union (AU). I would like to welcome the presence among us of Ambassador Fatima Kyari Mohammed, Permanent Observer of the African Union to the United Nations, and to acknowledge the crucial role of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, His Excellency Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, and of Secretary-General António Guterres in strengthening the partnership between the United Nations and the African Union in the area of peace and security. I also pay tribute to the Managing Director of Amani Africa, Mr.”
2023-10-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9435 (2023) · source
“My Office will continue to engage with the authorities of both countries and, as appropriate, with key regional actors, including the African Union, especially the African Union High-level Implementation Panel and the leadership of President Mbeki, as well as the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, to encourage parties to defuse tensions, advance the implementation of all cooperation agreements and consolidate their improved bilateral relations.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“It is crucial for both countries to preserve and build on the progress achieved so far and resolve the conflict in the Blue Nile and South Kordofan states. As they do so, the international community, in turn, should redouble efforts in enabling them to achieve their noble goals. Given the increasingly tense regional environment, I hope that the current developments in the Sudan will not reverse the commendable achievements already made.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“Nevertheless, it is heartening that both parties reiterated their commitment to the peace process and hoped to agree on the outstanding issues during the next round of talks. I also note, regrettably, that even though Abdul Wahid Al-Nur, of the Darfur- based Sudan Liberation Movement/Army, was present in Juba on 26 May, he once again resisted President Kiir’s attempts to include his Movement in the Sudan peace process. Despite lingering disagreements between the Governments of the Sudan and South Sudan on a number of outstanding matters, including over the final status of Abyei, the intensification of high-level contacts between the two countries and the complementarity of their mediation efforts in resolving their respective internal conflicts augur well for their long-term peaceful co-existence.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“As concerns the resolution of the conflict in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states, I note with regret that efforts by the South Sudan Mediation Committee have not yet succeeded in bringing the Government of the Sudan and the Al-Hilu SPLM-North faction back to the negotiating table ever since talks between them were suspended for two weeks, on 15 June, in order to allow the parties time to consult their constituencies on the outstanding issues. The parties had agreed on most of the issues, but they still disagreed on two key demands of the SPLM-North: first, the adoption of a secular State in the Sudan and, secondly, the disbanding of the Rapid Support Forces within the framework of the security arrangements.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“While commending the progress made by the Sudanese parties in partially forming national and state Governments, the South Sudan Mediation Committee called for the redoubling of efforts to garner political will for the agreement’s implementation. It also expressed concern about disagreements among Sudanese political forces within the transitional Government and encouraged them to resolve those differences through dialogue.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“With regard to the recent concerning developments in Gok Machar, Kir Adem/Safaha and War Abar/ Sumayah, which threaten the security and safety of UNISFA/Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism (JBVMM) personnel and led to the regrettable loss of life of one peacekeeper, I reminded the South Sudanese authorities of their obligations under resolutions 2518 (2020) and 2575 (2021) and the status of forces agreement. In that regard, I welcome the Government’s 19 October statement, in which it reiterated its commitment to the JBVMM and expressed its unequivocal support for UNISFA. On 3 October, South Sudan issued a statement to mark the first anniversary of the Juba Peace Agreement between the Government of the Sudan and the Sudanese armed movements.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“The two committees are separately reviewing all past agreements on Abyei in view of negotiations facilitated by a third party that would lead to the settlement of the final status of Abyei, an issue to which President Mbeki and his team have dedicated intensive efforts. To address the 2012 cooperation agreements comprehensively, the two countries met in Juba on 21 October in the first joint meeting of the JPSM and the Joint Border Commission, convened by the African Union Border Programme and opened by South Sudan’s First Vice-President, Riek Machar. Mr. Machar urged the parties to expedite the implementation of the cooperation agreements. The next joint meeting is planned for the second week of January 2022.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“Hopefully, both countries will abide by the deadline of 31 December 2021, set by the JPSM, to withdraw all armed forces so that AJOC meetings, when eventually reconvened, can focus on the Mechanism’s mandate of political and administrative oversight of the yet-to-be constituted Abyei Executive Council, providing guidance for the timely implementation of various agreements and facilitating the establishment and sustainability of a secure and stable environment in Abyei. The long-standing deadlock has hindered any progress in Abyei and has left the Area with a poorly defined status, which has continued to stoke instability. On a positive note, each country has established a high-level committee on Abyei.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“On the substance, whereas the Sudan advocates for the joint institutions provided for in the agreement on the temporary arrangements for the administration and security of the Abyei Area of 20 June 2011, South Sudan considers discussion of joint institutions, especially the Abyei Police Service, a non-starter, ostensibly over fears that would reinforce Khartoum’s position on Abyei. Those disagreements have consistently dogged AJOC meetings, notably with South Sudan expressing frustration at the continued presence of the Sudanese oil police in Diffra and now hinting at the possibility of deploying forces to Abyei unless the Sudan withdraws its troops. The Sudan, too, maintains that South Sudanese armed elements are still present within the Abyei box.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“The JPSM called for progress on opening the border crossing points; requested that the Sudan and South Sudan ensure the immediate withdrawal of their forces from the Abyei box, to be completed no later than 31 December 2021, tasking UNISFA to report monthly in that regard; requested that both countries engage with the elements of the SPLM/A-IO still in the Safe Demilitarized Border Zone; and urged the two countries to resume meetings of the Abyei Joint Oversight Committee (AJOC). Although both countries favour the resumption of AJOC meetings, the last of which took place in 2017, they disagree on its agenda and have yet to set a new meeting date.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“The two countries agreed on a road map to review and follow up on implementing all 2012 cooperation agreements, with timelines established by their Ministries for Foreign Affairs. In the meantime, they undertook to remove all barriers to banking transactions and allow banks to establish branches in both countries. They also committed to developing a joint oil and gas strategy at the Joint Political and Security Mechanism (JPSM) meeting of 8 to 9 September in Juba, although no reference was made to that in the decisions of the JPSM meeting. The Sudan and South Sudan further agreed to enhance cooperation on security and intelligence.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“They include the start of peace talks in Juba between the Government of the Sudan and the Al-Hilu faction of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM)-North on 26 May, the launch of South Sudan’s permanent constitution-making process, as well as efforts to help address the infighting between rival factions of the SPLM-Army in Opposition (SPLM/A-IO), which could unravel the peace process in South Sudan. Crucially, President Kiir and Prime Minister Hamdok reached an agreement to resume export and border trade. In that regard, they agreed to reopen border crossing points between their two countries. However, the launch did not materialize, having been overtaken by the unfolding events in the Sudan.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“We visited Khartoum and Abyei from 6 to 8 September as part of consultations with the Governments of the Sudan, South Sudan and Ethiopia on the future status of the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). I also discussed bilateral relations between the Sudan and South Sudan. While most of what I am reporting on may sound a bit removed from the current situation in the Sudan, which could negatively impact bilateral relations, I sincerely hope that the recent positive trend will not be derailed. Encouragingly, the Sudan and South Sudan have been deepening their relations, as epitomized by several high-level visits and initiatives in support of each other’s peace processes.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“That situation has been compounded by the impact of the coronavirus disease which has exacerbated the already precarious living conditions. The tragic events unfolding in the Sudan following the unconstitutional change of Government reflect the shaky transitions that many countries in the region are going through. It will therefore be critical to urgently restore the constitutional order in the Sudan, in line with the Constitutional Declaration and the Juba Peace Agreement. Despite the limitations imposed by the pandemic, I was able to engage with national authorities of both countries during the review period, in the company of Under-Secretary-General Lacroix in Khartoum and Abyei and here in New York, as well as remotely.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“Mr. Onanga-Anyanga: I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to brief the Security Council on the progress made in the implementation of resolution 2046 (2012), which concerns outstanding bilateral issues between the Sudan and South Sudan and the situation in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile states. Since I am addressing the Security Council for the first time since Kenya’s assumption of the presidency, allow me to warmly congratulate you on your competent handling and skilful stewardship of the business of this body. Today’s meeting takes place against the backdrop of multifaceted challenges posing a serious threat to the stability of several countries in the Horn of Africa and the region.”
2021-10-27 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8887 (2021) · source
“In closing, I believe that this important issue, if properly addressed, could offer significant opportunities for all the parties and countries in the region and beyond. I would like to once again stress that cooperation is not a zero-sum game and that a collective effort could help deliver on the development potential of the region as a whole.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“I would like to take this opportunity to also commend the work done by the African Union rotating Presidents, His Excellency Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa and the current Chair of the African Union, His Excellency Félix Antoine Tshisekedi, to facilitate a mutually beneficial and peaceful outcome. We believe that together, along with other interested partners, there is room to move forward with a view to addressing the matter of the GERD in a peaceful, constructive and comprehensive manner, in line with the spirit of cooperation highlighted in the 2015 Declaration of Principles. The United Nations remains available to promote a win-win solution in supporting Member States in navigating this complex issue, where genuine political will, compromise and good-neighbourliness are essential.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“To assist in the process, he has entrusted UNEP with providing technical advice based on the best available scientific data and knowledge, with a view to helping countries reach a mutual understanding on how to handle this delicate matter. Clearly, more needs to be done given that recent negotiations have yielded little progress and that it is undeniable that this is a matter of critical importance. We therefore call on all parties to remain engaged and to avoid making any pronouncements that would increase tensions in a region that is already subject to a series of challenges, including the impact of the coronavirus disease and conflicts.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“Both Egypt and the Sudan have objected to that notification, reiterating their position that any further filling should take place in the context of an agreed-upon framework. Each of the countries sharing the Nile waters has both rights and responsibilities, and, as they agreed in the 2015 Agreement on Declaration of Principles on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, the use and management of that natural resource require the continued engagement of all nations involved, in good faith, with a view to reaching common ground. Indeed, the Secretary-General has always encouraged Member States to pursue negotiations in that manner.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“Meanwhile, we are aware of bilateral interactions between Ethiopia and the Sudan on the issue of the GERD as well as of the Sudan’s recent statement expressing readiness to accept an interim agreement on the filling of the dam on the condition that a deal be signed regarding all other points that have been agreed to date and ensuring the continuity of negotiations within a set timeline. While no formal agreement has been reached yet on this development and we have yet to see the results of that effort, it is in line with the efforts of a phased approach proposed by President Tshisekedi, or at least that appears to be the case. In the meantime, on 5 July the Government of Ethiopia wrote a letter to the Governments of Egypt and the Sudan to inform them of the commencement of the second-year filling of the GERD.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“Also, on 15 June, the League of Arab States met in Doha and adopted a resolution on the GERD dispute that, inter alia, called on Ethiopia to refrain from filling the GERD reservoir without reaching an agreement and on the Security Council to hold consultations on the matter. In response, Ethiopia objected to the League of Arab States communiqué, which it saw as an attempt to politicize and internationalize the dispute, and stressed its commitment to AU mediation while reiterating its plan to move forward with the second filling of the dam in July.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“Owing to the lack of progress in the talks, President Tshisekedi stepped up his engagement on the GERD, and between 8 and 11 May started a regional tour with visits to Khartoum, Cairo and Addis Ababa. President Tshisekedi engaged with the parties on the basis of a two-step approach addressing first the most pressing issue of the filling of the GERD during the rainy season, and, secondly, guarantees for a more comprehensive agreement on the subsequent filling and operation of the dam. On 24 June, President Tshisekedi convened virtually the Bureau of the African Union Heads of State for an exchange of information on the GERD. Unfortunately, no significant progress was registered in the presence of Ethiopia and Egypt, while the Sudan decided not to attend.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“During the talks that took place in Kinshasa from 5 to 7 April this year, which were chaired by His Excellency President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, in his capacity as Chairperson of the AU, the parties were, once again, unable to agree on a mediation framework. On 13 April, Sudanese Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok offered to activate the dispute-resolution mechanism at the level of Heads of State and Government contemplated in the 2015 Agreement on Declaration of Principles on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. On 21 April, in response to Prime Minister Hamdok’s invitation, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that a meeting of the AU Assembly’s Bureau should, rather, be the way forward.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“At the virtual meeting of the Ministers for Foreign Affairs and Ministers of Irrigation of the three countries held on 27 October 2020 and chaired by South Africa, and the virtual tripartite meeting held on 10 January 2021, the parties could not agree on the exact role of the experts and observers supporting the negotiations process led by the African Union (AU). On 6 February, the Sudan put forward a new proposal contemplating a quadripartite joint mediation by the African Union, the United Nations, the European Union (EU) and the United States of America. On 15 March, the Sudan, with the support of Egypt, formally requested the AU, the United Nations, the United States and the EU to mediate between the parties regarding the GERD. Ethiopia, however, preferred fewer changes to the ongoing AU-led process.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“Since then, despite various attempts at negotiations, the parties have been unable to agree on a framework of engagement to settle the remaining contentious issues. While Member States have also acknowledged that most aspects related to the GERD have been addressed, we do understand that the parties still have to agree on some core issues, including a dispute-resolution mechanism and on drought mitigation, particularly the filling and operation of the dam in drought years. My colleague, Ms. Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), will provide the Council with more details on the relevant technical issues surrounding the negotiations.”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“I would first like to thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to address the Security Council on the thorny issue of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, better known by its English-language acronym “GERD”. Allow me also to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your wise conduct of the affairs of the Council, which France is presiding this month. (spoke in English) The GERD encapsulates the conflicting narratives, hopes and fears, challenges and opportunities related to water usage, security and energy in Egypt, Ethiopia, the Sudan and the wider Horn of Africa. This is the second time we are briefing the Security Council on this issue. The last time was in June 2020 (see S/2020/636).”
2021-07-08 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8816 (2021) · source
“My Office will continue to engage with the authorities of both countries and, as appropriate, with key regional actors, including the African Union and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, to encourage further progress on the implementation of all cooperation agreements and the peace processes in both countries.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Now more than ever before, it also needs our collective support to overcome some of the obstacles that are likely to hinder a smooth transition and the implementation of the peace process. It is in that context that we welcome the announcement by the United States Government on 20 October to initiate the removal of the Sudan from the States sponsors of terrorism list. Nowhere is such support more vital than on the economic front, in order both to advance much-needed reforms and meet the basic needs of the population. I left Khartoum last Friday with mixed feelings — hopeful about the unprecedented drive for peace and deeply concerned about the sight of endless fuel and bread queues. Without concrete peace dividends, the legitimate aspirations for freedom and shared prosperity of the Sudanese people may be in jeopardy.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“The deal is in line with South Sudan’s plan to return to its pre-conflict production level of 350,000 barrels per day from its current 150,000 per day. To conclude, the warm relations that I have outlined between the Sudan and South Sudan also provide an opportunity for the international community to strengthen further its engagements with both countries as they continue to grapple with their internal challenges, which have always constrained their bilateral relations. In South Sudan, the implementation of the peace agreement remains deadlocked on several substantive issues on which the parties may need some support to move forward. For its part, the Sudan has embarked on the right path and demonstrated the political will to resolve its multiple conflicts.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Authorities in both countries are confident that all outstanding bilateral issues between their countries, including Abyei and the resolution of the situation in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states, will benefit from the friendly relationships and the mutual trust they are now enjoying. Meanwhile, the two countries have continued to develop fruitful cooperation in the area of oil. On 28 September, they signed a protocol to resume oil production in the Unity and Toma South fields, with 15,000 barrels per day expected to be produced very soon. The deal includes details on the transfer of crude oil to the Sudan for its domestic use. In return, the Sudan will provide technical support. Before the agreement, South Sudan was providing 30,000 barrels per day of crude oil to the Sudan.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“In his address at the agreement-signing ceremony on 3 October, President Kiir reiterated that he agreed to mediate the conflict also because he was aware that peace in the Sudan would have a positive bearing on South Sudan’s security. As the countries are now strengthening their relationship, they are no longer likely to pursue activities that undermine each other’s stability. On the contrary, I am aware that, building on the Rome peace efforts led by the Sant’Egidio community, the Sudan is currently embarking on an attempt to mediate between General Thomas Cirillo of the National Salvation Front and the Government of South Sudan.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“The Sudanese Minister of Defence pledged that the Sudan would meet its commitment to open the border crossing points on 27 October. I am told, as we speak, that the two Ministers of Defence are currently meeting in Khartoum. Measures taken to open the dry port in Kosti and to relaunch commercial river transport operations and other crossing points would allow for the free movement of goods and services between the two countries. They would also enable the Sudan to accelerate trade with South Sudan and compete in this market with other neighbouring countries. In the meantime, the African Union has indicated its intention to convene the Joint Border Commission soon and has encouraged both countries to resume high-level meetings such as the Joint Security Committee and the Joint Political and Security Mechanism.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Furthermore, during my meetings in Khartoum, the Chair of the Sovereign Council, the Prime Minister, members of the negotiation team, the Peace Commissioner, the leadership of the Forces for Freedom and Change, and the South Sudanese mediators all vowed to spare no effort to bring onboard the Sudan Liberation Movement faction led by Abdel Wahid Al-Nur, so as to ensure a fully comprehensive agreement. One immediate effect of the Juba agreement will be the reactivation of the four freedoms between the Sudan and South Sudan, namely, freedom of residence, freedom of movement, freedom to undertake an economic activity and freedom to own and dispose of property. That will enable citizens to move, conduct business, settle and transfer or own assets in either country freely or with minimal transaction costs.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Building on Prime Minister Hamdok’s peace efforts and the signing in Addis Ababa with Al-Hilu of a joint declaration subsequently endorsed by the High Council of Peace in the Sudan, informal workshops to flesh out the details of the issues of secularism, the status of the Sudanese People’s Liberation Army during the transition, self- determination in case the peace agreement is not honoured and terms for a national constitutional conference to endorse those provisions will start soon in Juba, I am told next week, between the Government of the Sudan and Al-Hilu.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“There is commitment and clear political will to accelerate the implementation process and demonstrate to the non-signatory movements of Abdel Aziz Al-Hilu and Abdel Wahid Al-Nur that peace is the only way forward for a prosperous, stable and just Sudan that caters for all its people. While in Khartoum, I was also able to meet with the deputy chief mediator for the Juba process, Mr. Dhieu Mathok of South Sudan. He expressed optimism that the core demands of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North faction under Abdel Aziz Al-Hilu are being considered for resolution.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“The flagship event during the reporting period was the signing in Juba of a peace agreement on 3 October between the Government of the Sudan, the Sudanese Revolutionary Front alliance and the Sudan Liberation Army-Minni Minawi faction. The agreement was the culmination of a peace process launched in Juba in October 2019 under the auspices of President Kiir, who is also its guarantor, alongside President Idriss Deby Itno of Chad. Among other things, the agreement covers key region-specific and national issues related to governance, security arrangements, land ownership, transitional justice and the return of displaced persons. During my visit to Khartoum, I gathered that there is a strong will to make the Juba agreement a real success.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“It is in that context that at the beginning of September, the Sudan and South Sudan agreed to review all their 2012 cooperation agreements with immediate effect. Following a 2 September meeting, South Sudan dispatched a high-level mission to Khartoum on 6 September to initiate bilateral discussions, including on Abyei. While neither party disclosed the outcomes, there was an understanding that further talks on Abyei would take place alternately in both countries. I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the pivotal role that the Interim Security Force for Abyei continues to play in maintaining stability in Abyei under very challenging circumstances.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“I held very fruitful consultations with Government officials, including Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok; the Chairperson of the Sovereign Council, General Abdel Fattah Abdelrahman Al-Burhan; and with the Ministers for Foreign Affairs, of Defence and of Irrigation; the Chairman of the opposition National Unionist Party; the Deputy Chairman of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army/Movement -North; the chief negotiator of the Justice and Equality Movement; and the Peace Commissioner. A projected visit to South Sudan could not take place before this briefing. I was nevertheless able to speak with Minister Deng Alor, who is responsible for the Abyei file, in South Sudan. I am happy to report that the relationship between the Sudan and South Sudan continues to strengthen.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“The drastic preventive measures applied by countries of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development at the start of the pandemic appear to have been successful in weakening the spread of COVID-19 in the region. The focus of the response has now shifted to economic recovery and restoring people’s livelihoods. With the reopening of airports, I was able to visit the Sudan from 13 to 16 October.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Mr. Onanga-Anyanga: I thank you, Madam President, for this opportunity to brief the Security Council on progress in the implementation of resolution 2046 (2012), which concerns outstanding bilateral issues between the Sudan and South Sudan and the situation in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states. The global coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has continued to impact health and human and socioeconomic developments in Sudan and South Sudan. With the closure of airspaces and land borders and the continuous enforcement of other restrictive measures to contain the spread of the virus, even our in-person engagements with the authorities were severely limited. Nevertheless, thanks to virtual communication, I was able to engage substantively with a significant number of high-level officials in the two countries and the region.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“The Government is in a stronger position in Blue Nile state, with the opposition divided between followers of Al-Hilu and those who support Malik Agar, who was recently been elected deputy chairperson of the Sudan Revolutionary Front. It is fair to say that there are encouraging signs of progress in relations between the Sudan and South Sudan, with a positive influence on peace processes in both countries. My Office will continue to closely follow developments in the weeks and months ahead, in close collaboration with the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union and other relevant stakeholders.”
2019-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8644 (2019) · source
“During my visits to Juba and Khartoum in July and September, respectively, I encouraged authorities to tackle all outstanding issues outlined in the cooperation agreement in a spirit of openness and collaboration, including by revitalizing and participating in the joint implementation mechanisms. As I conclude my remarks, let me say a word on the conflict in South Kordofan and Blue Nile states. The two areas were relatively calm during the reporting period, due in part to the dramatic changes in Khartoum and the declarations announcing the cessation of hostilities made by the Government and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North. The standoff in the Nuba Mountains in South Kordofan continues, with forces loyal to Abdel Aziz Al-Hilu maintaining their positions.”
2019-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8644 (2019) · source
“Following Prime Minister Hamdok's visit to Juba, I am pleased to report that the Joint Security Committee, led by the Army Chiefs of Staff of the two countries, met in Juba on 4 and 5 October and discussed a number of pending issues, including the opening of additional border crossing points, the redeployment of forces from the Safe Demilitarized Border Zone and the full deployment of the Joint Border Verification and Monitoring Mechanism. The Joint Border Commission has also been meeting in Khartoum since 13 October, after a hiatus of several months.”
2019-10-24 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8644 (2019) · source