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Siddig

lines on the record: 86
first: 2019-06-27
most recent: 2020-10-22
sittings or episodes: 12
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“To conclude, the Government of the Sudan reiterates its commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Government of South Sudan and UNISFA with a view to enhancing the work of the Joint Political and Security Mechanism and the Abyei Joint Oversight Committee as well as establishing the remaining joint mechanisms between the two countries based on the terms of the agreement signed by both sides on 20 June 2011. I wish to end by welcoming the extension of the mandate of UNISFA for six months, as proposed by the Secretary-General. The meeting rose at 11.30 a.m.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Fourthly, I would like to bring to the attention of Council members that the issue related to the operationalization of the Athony airstrip was discussed at the most recent meeting of the Joint Political and Security Mechanism, which was held in Juba last February. It was agreed among the parties that this matter should be referred to the presidencies of the two countries to take a decision on it. It is to be noted that in order to improve UNISFA’s logistical capacities, the Sudan agreed a couple of weeks ago to the transfer of two helicopters from the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur to UNISFA, in Abyei. The secretariat was duly notified of that approval.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“In that context, my Government appointed last month its representative in the Abyei joint oversight committee, a move widely welcomed by the local communities in the area, especially the community leaders of the Ngok Dinka. In addition, the Sudanese authorities are ready to take part in forming the local joint police force to combat criminality in and around Abyei. Thirdly, we commend UNISFA’s personnel for their efforts to preserve peace and stability in Abyei and condemn any attacks against or directed at peacekeepers in Abyei. We call on the mission to further improve civilian protection, protect the Area from incursions by unauthorized armed elements, ensure security and stand at an equal distance from all communities in the area.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“First, the political and legal terms that govern the current and future agreements and arrangements in Abyei, including the existence of the Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA), are based on the agreement on temporary arrangements for the administration and security of the Abyei Area reached on 20 June 2011. The terms of that agreement should be strictly respected and followed by the two countries as well as by regional and international partners. For its part, the Sudan reaffirms its commitment to the letter and the spirit of the agreement. Secondly, the agreement of 20 June 2011 provides for the temporary local mechanisms and institutions to administer the Area. That includes local executive and legislative bodies and a local joint police force. The Sudan has always been ready to adhere to the terms of the agreement.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“In a statement issued after the meeting, the Deputy President of the Sudanese Sovereign Council pledged the readiness of the Government of the Sudan to resolve the Abyei issue in the same spirit in which the Juba negotiations were conducted among the Sudanese parties. The Government of the Sudan is committed to building on the new political dispensation in the bilateral relations between the two brotherly neighbours so as to promote communal peaceful coexistence in the area and expedite discussions to reach an understanding on the final status of Abyei. That being said, I would like to highlight the following points.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Some features of that progress are reflected in the regular exchange of visits between the two countries at various levels, as well as by the cross- border movement of people, goods and services. In addition, South Sudan hosted the peace talks between the Government of the Sudan and the armed groups, which led eventually to the significant signing of the peace agreement earlier this month. The continued rapprochement between the two countries is something that reflects positively on the Abyei final-status negotiations. Just three weeks ago, a Sudanese delegation led and headed by the minister of East African Community Affairs visited Khartoum for talks on Abyei.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“Allow me to congratulate you, Madam President, on leading the deliberations of the Security Council this month. I wish also to congratulate the Niger for the exemplary role that it played in steering the work of the Council last month. I should also like to commend the Permanent Representative of the Niger for the excellent job he did last month and also to thank the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, Mr. Lacroix, and the Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mr. Onanga-Anyanga, for their briefings. I also thank the members of the Security Council for their statements regarding the situation in Abyei. Over the past month and since the formation of the Transitional Government in the Sudan, the bilateral relations between the Sudan and South Sudan have been improving steadily.”
2020-10-22 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8772 (2020) · source
“This situation requires the sustained and generous support of the regional and international partners, including the Sudan’s urgent removal from the United States State Sponsors of Terrorism list, which is preventing debt relief, access to concessionary loans and large-scale foreign investment. We would like, in this connection, to thank the countries that participated and pledged in the High-Level Sudan Partnership Conference, which was held virtually and co-hosted by Germany, the European Union, the United Nations and the Government of the Sudan in June, as well as the follow-up meeting hosted by Saudi Arabia in August. The transitional Government of the Sudan will continue its efforts to make fundamental changes in the political, social and security landscape in order to build a prosperous and peaceful country.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“While thanking the Security Council and the Secretariat for responding to the Sudan’s request for creating this special political mission, we expect further close consultation with the Government during the planning for the Mission and the setting of its structure, policies and priorities. It is also our hope that the Security Council will soon agree on the Special Representative of the Secretary-General to lead UNITAMS. All members of the Council know that the transitional Government of the Sudan is tirelessly tackling huge challenges. As a result of the economic mismanagement of the previous regime, the economic situation is dire. That is coupled with the coronavirus disease pandemic and the unprecedented level of heavy rains and devastating floods.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“This interdepartmental coordination body includes all relevant national authorities and is tasked with synergizing between the Government and UNITAMS at the federal and state levels, as well as with identifying the areas in which the Sudan needs support. When the Secretariat planning team visited the Sudan in August, the national mechanism played a key role in making the visit a success. We will spare no effort to facilitate the establishment of the new Mission and ensure a smooth transition from the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur to UNITAMS in December.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“The plan is guided by best practices, as well as successful policies and standards. Ten days ago, a periodic progress report on the implementation of the plan was also shared with the Council. On top of that, the signing of the peace deal would inevitably clear the way not only for lasting peace but also for a better civilian protection in the affected areas. Right after the adoption of resolution 2524 (2020), by which the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in the Sudan (UNITAMS) was established, the Prime Minister made a decision to form a national mechanism for coordination with UNITAMS, and appoint a veteran diplomat as national coordinator.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“In this regard and following the unfortunate intercommunal clashes in Darfur at the beginning of the farming season in July, the Government guaranteed the non-recurrence of such conflicts by enhancing its security capabilities in Darfur by sending 15,000 army and police forces. Additionally, a regionwide arms collection campaign is under way. Furthermore, peaceful intercommunal coexistence is being encouraged and criminal justice mechanisms have been improved and strengthened. More importantly, the appointment of civilian governors across the country, most especially in Darfur, would have a profound effect in preserving security and stability in the region. In May, the Sudan shared with the Security Council its national plan to protect civilians in Darfur and the war-affected areas.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“Earlier this month, Prime Minister Hamdok met with the leader of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North, Abdelaziz Al-Hilu, in Addis Ababa. Together they signed a declaration of principles in which they secured the continuation of the current cessation of hostilities for the duration of the negotiation process. They also agreed on six principles that would pave the way to resolving the few remaining issues. I take this opportunity to reiterate our call to Abdul Wahid Mohamed Al-Nur to join the peace process and pursue a prosperous future of peace and stability in Darfur. My Government is fully committed to taking on its responsibility to protect its people in Darfur in particular and throughout the country in general.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“First, there is strong political will and commitment from the transitional Government to deliver peace, justice and freedom in line with the key objectives of the Constitutional Document. Secondly, the agreement was negotiated and concluded between the Sudanese themselves. As His Excellency the Prime Minister of the Republic of the Sudan, Abdalla Hamdok, put it: “This is a Sudanese peace, made with our own hands and by our own efforts”. In that regard, the Sudan is deeply thankful to the Government of South Sudan for its important role in hosting and facilitating the talks. Thirdly, the negotiations were conducted between partners, not between adversaries, in contrast to the confrontational atmosphere that prevailed during the previous regime.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“The deal is comprehensive in scope and addresses the root causes of the armed conflicts and political instability in the country. It includes resource-sharing, land ownership, social justice, governance and equality at the national level. The deal also includes clauses to resolve the consequences of conflicts, including humanitarian relief, the safe and voluntary return of internally displaced persons and refugees to their areas of origin, the disarmament of combatants and their integration into the national army or into society, and the development, rehabilitation and reconstruction of the conflict-affected areas. Three elements characterize this peace deal and make it different from previous agreements.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“Allow me at the outset to congratulate you, Sir, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September and to express our deep appreciation to my friend Dian Triansyah Djani for Indonesia’s successful presidency last month. Allow me also to thank Mr. Jean-Pierre Lacroix and Ms. Rosemary DiCarlo for their briefings. I would also like to extend my thanks and gratitude to all Security Council members for the support they expressed and offered to my country. Late in August and after almost one year of candid and fruitful negotiations in Juba, the transitional Government of the Sudan and the major armed groups in Darfur and the Two Areas of South Kordofan and Blue Nile concluded a historic peace deal.”
2020-09-25 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8761 (2020) · source
“Our national efforts to counter terrorism and further regional and international cooperation within the context of the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy require technical support to build capacities and enable national mechanisms to play their role to the fullest, on the basis of mutual cooperation and respect, without undermining national ownership and sovereignty. That is a joint effort between the State and various civil society organizations, in addition to the media and research and study centres that monitor various phenomena and provide in-depth studies, while leading awareness and enlightening campaigns.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“Efforts to prevent and end conflict require a unified international position and a commitment to our common goals. The partnership between the United Nations and the African Union on issues of peace and security must be strengthened, particularly in light of the fact that the African Union and its institutions are making great efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals included in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Those Goals are aimed at addressing poverty and inequality, strengthening State institutions and promoting the principles of human rights, among others, in line with the mission included in the African Union Agenda 2063.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“The Sudan was one of the first countries to submit its report on the implementation of the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, in line with the report of the Secretary-General (A/74/677) on the activities of the United Nations system in implementing the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. There is a need more than ever before for the Security Council to participate alongside Member States and regional organizations and institutions in efforts to prevent conflict in Africa. The Security Council plays an important role in ongoing coordination and cooperation with regional and subregional organizations, in particular the institutions of the African Union. Putting an end to conflict throughout Africa will depend on the participation of the parties concerned.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“The Sudan therefore condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, and we emphasize our involvement and cooperation in implementing the United Nations Global Counter- Terrorism Strategy within a comprehensive, sustained and coordinated approach based on the four pillars of the Strategy, with a view to achieving a balanced and comprehensive approach. The primary responsibility for the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy is borne by the Member States, while taking into consideration that the United Nations must play an important role in enhancing coordination and consistency at the national, regional and international levels. The United Nations is to provide support to Member States, upon their request, in order to ensure the balanced implementation of the Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“The Sudan has ratified all international conventions related to counter-terrorism, in addition to regional conventions at the African and Arab levels. My country is working hard within the context of the efforts undertaken by the OIC to counter terrorism. We consider the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy to be one of the most important legal frameworks for offering guidance to national mechanisms that deal with anti-terrorism laws and legislations. The war that we are waging against terrorism today is one that we wage first and foremost to defend our humanitarian values and principles, as well as to consolidate human rights, the rule of law and peaceful and prosperous coexistence.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“I would like to express our solidarity with the victims of terrorism around the world and also with all the countries that have suffered terrorist attacks. The Sudan reaffirms the vital importance of having in place an effective multilateral regime, in line with international law, with a view to better addressing the multifaceted and correlated challenges and threats that face our world. We also emphasize the main role played by the United Nations, particularly in view of the fact that we live today, more than ever before, in an interconnected and globalized world. No country can live isolated. We therefore recognize that our collective security depends on effective cooperation to withstand transnational challenges.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“It goes without saying that instability and insecurity in the Sudan would pose a threat to the stability and security of the broader region and thereby threaten international peace and security. The Sudanese authorities are currently carrying out an investigation to identify the parties operating in the dark that orchestrated and attempted to carry out that ignoble act. Those responsible for it will be prosecuted and held accountable. My delegation sincerely thanks the Secretary- General of the United Nations, the Secretary-General of the African Union (AU), the League of Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), along with all sisterly and friendly countries that have condemned that heinous act.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“Mr. Siddig (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to thank you, Mr. President, for having convened this very important meeting. It is a great pleasure for my delegation to have participated in this extremely important debate. Our thanks also go to Ms. DiCarlo, Ms. Mohammed and Mr. Dieye for their comprehensive briefings. For the first time ever in my country, the Prime Minister, Mr. Abdullah Hamdouk, was targeted by a bomb on Monday morning, 9 March. Such an assassination attempt is an extraneous phenomenon to the Sudanese people. The Prime Minister escaped unscathed while he was going to his office, although some members of his convoy were injured. If that cowardly terrorist attack had succeeded, it would have torpedoed security and stability in my country.”
2020-03-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8743 (2020) · source
“That is something we can achieve only if the Council engages positively with the aspirations of the people of the Sudan, most importantly by lifting the sanctions imposed upon them. The meeting rose at 3.15 p.m.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“Those challenges on the western borders of the Sudan require the Sudanese security forces and law enforcement authorities to build capacity and enhance their efficiency in order to address the precarious security situation. Of course, that is simply not possible due to the sanctions imposed upon us under resolution 1591 (2005). In conclusion, we welcome the adoption of resolution 2508 (2020) today. We stand ready and willing to cooperate with the Sanctions Committee, which we hope will consider options for lifting the sanctions. I once again underscore my country’s commitment to working with the international community in order to build a new Sudan where the values of freedom, peace and justice prevail, especially after the glorious December revolution.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“Thirdly, with regard to the sanctions imposed on four individuals under resolution 1672 (2006), I wish to clarify that one of those individuals retired from service in the Sudanese Armed Forces several years ago. He no longer has any connection to public service in the Sudan. Another is currently detained and subject to ongoing criminal investigations. The two remaining individuals — the former leaders of armed movements — went into hiding years ago and we currently have no information on their whereabouts. Council members are aware that the border region in which Darfur is situated is experiencing delicate security conditions and activities of extremist groups, in particular Boko Haram, Da’esh and transnational organized crime networks involved in illegal migration, human trafficking, drug trafficking and arms smuggling.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“Secondly, as we have said repeatedly in our statements and meetings with Council members, the situation in Darfur is making steady progress on a daily basis. The ceasefire currently being observed throughout Darfur has not experienced a single breach since it was announced. Moreover, ongoing, serious negotiations are taking place between the Government and the parties sponsored by the State of South Sudan, which have resulted in the signing of a declaration of principles between the Government and groups affiliated with the Sudan Revolutionary Front and beyond. That represents a quantum leap towards stopping the war and restoring peace not only to Darfur, but to the entire country.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“(spoke in Arabic) In that same briefing to the Council, the former Chair of the Sanctions Committee also said: (spoke in English) “I therefore encourage the Committee and the Council to explore different options as to how the tool of sanctions might support and acknowledge the achievements made so far by the Sudanese authorities and the people.” (ibid.). (spoke in Arabic) I wish to take the opportunity of this meeting to clarify some fundamental facts. First, the sanctions imposed on the Sudan as a result of the situation in Darfur 15 years ago are no longer relevant. That is why the Council must reconsider those sanctions and lift them in response to developments on the ground in Darfur.”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“(spoke in Arabic) On 12 December 2019, Her Excellency Ambassador Joanna Wronecka, former Chair of the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan, presented to the Council (see S/PV.8684) her quarterly report covering the period between 4 October to 11 December 2019. She prepared that report after her visit to the Sudan, during which she personally reflected on the reality of the situation in Darfur, stating in her report the following: (spoke in English) “Without a doubt, the situation in Darfur has improved since my visit last year and, in the larger context, since the imposition of the sanctions regime. The security situation has largely normalized, with the exception of the presence of rebel groups in limited areas of Jebel Marra.” (ibid., p.2).”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“Mr. Siddig (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I would like to congratulate you, Mr President, on assuming the presidency of the Security Council for this month. I would also like to thank and commend the Permanent Representative of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam for his efforts during his country’s presidency last month. On 11 December 2018, the Council issued a presidential statement that stated the following, (spoke in English) “The Security Council welcomes the continued improvements in the security situation across Darfur outside the Jebel Marra area, aided by the deployment of Government security forces associated with the arms collection campaign” (S/PRST/2018/19).”
2020-02-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8718 (2020) · source
“In closing, we stress that fighting impunity is a noble goal of justice and is not a point of contention. It represents, as we said, one of the most important priorities for the December revolution and one of the elements necessary to achieving peace in the Sudan. It is first and foremost the responsibility of the competent domestic and national legal authorities. The transitional Government is fully convinced of the need to fight impunity and committed to it. We have launched serious efforts to settle this issue once and for all in a manner that will satisfy the Sudanese people, especially the victims of Darfur. We will not allow any person to escape punishment and accountability. The meeting rose at 4.30pm.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Following the success of the December revolution, the Sudan is opening a new chapter of cooperation and coordination with the international community on this important matter. My country is making tremendous efforts to improve the human rights situation in the Sudan, which on 25 September culminated in the signing of an agreement to inaugurate an Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights in the capital, as well as field offices in the states of Darfur, Blue Nile and South Kordofan states and eastern Sudan. This is in line with the constitutional declaration that established the transitional Government and with the aspirations of the Sudanese people to a new, modern and democratic national State rooted in human rights.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“The various reports issued by the Peace and Security Council of the African Union and the Secretary-General of the United Nations have called for a continued drawdown of the African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID), in accordance with the same schedule, and for a transition from peacekeeping to peacebuilding and achieving stability in Darfur. Demonstrating that the Sudanese Government is serious about peace in Darfur, we have asked to for an extension of the UNAMID mandate for an additional year. That will provide more time to arrange the situation on the ground and to give the peace file further attention, while addressing the root causes of the problem in order to provide justice to victims, martyrs, missing persons, internally displaced persons and refugees, including issues related to land.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Providing justice to victims is not a mere slogan; it must be followed by concrete and informed measures that would satisfy the victims and those affected. The transitional Government has the responsibility to fight impunity through credible national measures. Failure to combat impunity would embolden those people to commit further violations and encourage others to believe that they will not be punished. We recall that our Government of the revolution has appointed a qualified judge as the first woman Chief Justice in the Sudan. This is a first, not only in the Sudan, but also in the region. We are satisfied that the report presented by Ms. Bensouda has recognized the gradual progress and improvements in Darfur.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“According to a 14 December statement by the Public Prosecutor, this is only the first case against the former President and will be followed by other cases under article 130 of the Sudanese Criminal Code - homicide and other charges related to crimes against humanity and undermining of the constitutional order. The public prosecution is currently interrogating him and the remaining detainees, Mr. Abdel Rahim Mohammed Hussein and Mr. Ahmad Haroun in cases related to the 1989 coup against the civilian Government and other crimes. There are at least five other cases currently under investigation, most importantly those related to crimes committed against our people in the state of Darfur, which are a top priority for the Government's transitional justice programme. There is no lasting peace without justice.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“On 4 November, His Excellency also visited some IDP camps in Darfur, where he listened to the people and promised a new era oflasting peace, justice and dignified living and prosperity. The Sudanese judiciary completed its proceedings against former President Mr. Omar Al-Bashir, who has been held in Kobar prison since 11 April. Regarding the first charge of corruption against him, the court sentenced Mr. Al-Bashir on December 14 to two years' incarceration at a social rehabilitation centre within the prison where he is being held, following atrial that started in August. The deposed President has been convicted of illegal self-enrichment and foreign exchange dealings.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“The Juba Declaration has been extended for an additional two months, to 15 February 2020, as a clear sign that the negotiating teams of the Government and the armed groups are serious and honest about reaching a peace agreement that would end the long war and the armed conflict and be followed by meeting the aspirations of the Sudanese people as soon as possible. His Excellency Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok started a tour of neighbouring countries seeking peace, beginning with Juba, followed by Egypt and Eritrea. Yesterday, he visited Chad and met with the leaders of the armed resistance to include a larger number of stakeholders from Darfur in the peace process. His Excellency has also held several meetings with most leaders of the armed opposition over the past 14 months, including Abdul Wahid Mohamed Al-Nour in Paris.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“On 11 September, the Sovereign Council and the coalition of armed groups across the Sudan, including Darfur, signed the Juba Declaration for Confidence-building Procedures and the Preparation for Negotiation. The Declaration sets a comprehensive road map to settle the dispute across the Sudan, culminating in lasting peace agreements. Since 10 December, direct negotiations between the two parties have started in Juba to end the war in Darfur and South Kordofan and Blue Nile states.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“People in Darfur were powerless, their rights violated, their resources depleted and their purported will fabricated. They were forced to become emigrants, refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). Many of them continue to suffer marginalization and underdevelopment in all forms, including poverty, hunger and disease. That is why the transitional Government has placed Darfur and its people at the top of its priorities during the transitional period. We have undertaken to achieve comprehensive, just and lasting peace by ensuring the voluntary return ofIDPs, resolving land disputes and enforcing the goals of the revolution: justice and accountability. Dialogue towards lasting peace has already started.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“There will be full equality based on citizenship as a basis for rights and duties. Under this new reality, priority will be given to persons affected by war and conflict, whether martyred, killed, injured, disappeared, displaced or refugees. Tomorrow, 19 December, will mark the first anniversary of the Sudanese revolution against injustice, persecution and dictatorship in favour of freedom, justice and a life of dignity. The fire of the revolution continues to burn, demanding peace, freedom and justice rooted in fighting impunity, ensuring accountability and providing justice to victims The people of Darfur have suffered in the past, especially under the former regime. Under that regime, Darfur saw infighting, destruction, death, strife and conspiracies.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“Mr. Siddig (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): Since December 2018, the Sudan has seen significant positive developments that have created a new political reality that will undoubtedly lead to a system rooted in freedom justice and the rule of law. We have launched a serious process to lay the solid foundations ofa civilian and democratic Government, led by the people and subject to law andjustice. In this new reality, there is no place for impunity. Accountability is its cornerstone, prosecution and legal recourse rulings are protected and enforced, and its boundaries are freedoms that respect human rights. It will be a reality where children are taken care of and protected, women are empowered and dealt with on equal footing, young people are heard, and old people and people with disabilities are attended to and provided for.”
2019-12-18 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8691 (2019) · source
“As members know, the sanctions regime affects the Government's capacity to exercise security control over the various regions of Darfur. I am sure that the Council is also aware of the urgent need to enable the Sudanese law enforcement agencies to address the challenges facing the country, especially irregular migration, human trafficking, arms smuggling and cross-border crime that are widespread in Darfur. The meeting rose at 3.15 pm.”
2019-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8684 (2019) · source
“In resolution 2455 (2019), which renewed the mandate of the Panel of Experts for a further one-year period to February 2020, the Security Council expressed its intention to review the measures on Darfur and, in paragraph 4, (spoke in English) "Further expresses its intention to establish clear, well identified, and measurable key benchmarks that could serve in guiding the Security Council to review measures on the Government of Sudan as set out in paragraph 1". (Spoke in Arabic) On the basis of that resolution, we hope that the Council will rapidly review the sanctions regime imposed on the Sudan and put an end to it in the near future, so as to enable the Sudanese Government to fully shoulder its responsibility for normalizing the situation in Darfur and contributing to conditions that are conducive to development and reconstruction.”
2019-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8684 (2019) · source
“The sanctions were imposed in 2005, yet all reports on the situation in my country testify that the sanctions regime is no longer necessary. My Government has announced a definitive ceasefire throughout the entire country and has embarked on peace negotiations with the various armed groups. It is our hope that the Juba negotiations will start today and pave the way for a comprehensive agreement that will bring an end to all the disputes and conflicts in the Sudan and establish the lasting peace and stability throughout the entire country that our people deserve.”
2019-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8684 (2019) · source
“My Government is pleased with the results of the November visit to the Sudan by the Chair of the Sanctions Committee and we hope that it has given her and the other members of the Committee a better understanding of the situation on the ground, which will enable them to make sound, evidence-based decisions that are geared towards easing the sanctions that have become irrelevant to the situation in Darfur. In all of our statements and meetings with members of the Security Council, we have tirelessly repeated that the situation that prevailed when resolution 1591 (2005) was adopted more than 14 years ago has changed completely. I would even venture to say that the Sudan of 2005 was a different country from the Sudan we know today.”
2019-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8684 (2019) · source
“Mr. Siddig (Sudan) (spoke in Arabic): At the outset, I Wish to congratulate you, Madam President, on your assumption of the Presidency of the Security Council for December. I would also like to thank Ms. Joanna Wronecka, Chair of the Committee established pursuant to resolution 1591 (2005), concerning the Sudan, for her briefing on the period from 4 October to 11 December. I stress my Government's commitment to cooperating with all the various United Nations entities and institutions operating in the Sudan, as well as with the Sudan Panel of Experts and the Sanctions Committee. That cooperation has continued over the past 90 days, as we have just heard.”
2019-12-12 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8684 (2019) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to reiterate our thanks and appreciation to all members of the Security Council who worked with us and patiently listened to the views of my country with regard to the matters covered by the resolution just adopted. We thank all those who are helping to facilitate the work of UNISFA, particularly the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, the United Nations, the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council, the AU Commission and the AU High-level Implementation Panel for the Sudan and South Sudan as well as all those working in UNISFA. I would be remiss if I did not reiterate the Sudan's commitment to cooperating with UNISFA so that it can implement its mandate smoothly. The meeting rose at 3.15 pm.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“We call on the Security Council and the international community to work with and support both parties, that is, the Government of the Sudan and the Government of South Sudan, to establish the three joint institutions - the police, the legislative body and the Executive Council 4 as the only means to achieve security, stability and well-being for our fellow citizens in Abyei. It is also the only way to reach an agreement on the final status of Abyei as stipulated in the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement and the Agreement on Temporary Arrangements for the Administration and Security of the Abyei Area of 2011.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source
“Both parties to the Agreement - the Government of the Sudan and the Sudanese People's Liberation Movement, the predecessor of the Government of South Sudan - have agreed since 9 July 2011 that the Agreement would remain in force until the final status of the Abyei Area is resolved as stipulated in resolution 1990 (2011). Both parties also agreed that no amendment to the mandate of UNISFA would be made without the approval of all three parties - the Sudan, South Sudan and Ethiopia, the only troop-contributing country of UNISFA. My country will therefore continue to cooperate and coordinate with UNISFA and all other relevant parties.”
2019-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8663 (2019) · source