Algerian President Abdel Majid Tebboune has reaffirmed Algeria's commitment to South Sudan, highlighting the country's solidarity with the nation in its efforts to build its institutions. In a speech delivered on his behalf by Prime Minister Aïmeur Benhamadi, at the virtual summit of the African Union's High-Level Panel for Sudan (+5C), President Tebboune emphasized that Algeria's commitment to South Sudan is not a recent development, but rather a long-standing and principled stance.
President Tebboune noted that South Sudan is on the cusp of a critical phase, with the country approaching a significant electoral process that will mark a turning point in its history. He expressed concern that the elections, eagerly anticipated by the South Sudanese people, face real and chronic challenges, including the risk of undermining the gains made in recent years. Algeria, he said, is committed to providing all necessary logistical and technical support to accompany the South Sudanese authorities and electoral bodies during this critical phase.
The Algerian President also highlighted the current political stalemate between the signatories to the revitalized peace agreement, which he said has a profound impact on the transition process and the future of the agreement itself. He stressed the need for the international community to support South Sudan in moving forward with the process aimed at ending the long-standing internal crisis, through a clear assessment of the current situation and the identification of urgent measures to be taken.
President Tebboune emphasized that the revitalized agreement to resolve the conflict in South Sudan remains the legitimate political framework capable of overcoming the current crisis. He noted that the South Sudanese people alone have the right to determine their future. In this context, Algeria called on all parties that have signed the agreement to engage in an active and positive dialogue, prioritizing national interest over short-term calculations.
The Algerian President welcomed the initiative by the Republic of South Africa, as chair of the C5 group, to host a political dialogue between the parties that have signed the revitalized agreement. He described this move as a significant step. President Tebboune also urged the summit to send a strong and unified African message expressing solidarity with the South Sudanese people and reaffirming the collective commitment to accompany them until they achieve peace and stability.
In his speech, President Tebboune acknowledged the efforts of the African Union and the international community in supporting the peace process in South Sudan. He reiterated Algeria's commitment to working closely with all stakeholders to help the country overcome its challenges. The President also expressed hope that the summit would provide a platform for frank and constructive discussions on the situation in South Sudan and the way forward.
The virtual summit of the African Union's High-Level Panel for Sudan (+5C) brought together key stakeholders to discuss the situation in South Sudan and the region. The meeting aimed to mobilize international support for the peace process and to encourage all parties to work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict. Algeria's commitment to South Sudan was reiterated at a time when the international community is seeking to revitalize efforts to stabilize the region.
Key points
- Algerian President Abdel Majid Tebboune reaffirms Algeria's commitment to South Sudan's efforts to build its institutions.
- President Tebboune calls for an active and positive dialogue between parties to the revitalized peace agreement.
- Algeria offers logistical and technical support to South Sudan's electoral bodies during the critical phase.
