Sudan's Foreign Minister, Dr. Mahi Eldin Salim, delivered a speech at the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, criticizing the selectivity and double standards in dealing with the Sudanese crisis. He emphasized that Sudan faces a difficult situation, with the country under threat from external interventions and the flow of arms and mercenaries. Salim called on the international community to pressure parties to stop the flow of arms and mercenaries into the country.
The Sudanese Foreign Minister expressed disappointment that his country's Transitional Sovereign Council Chairman, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, was unable to attend the General Assembly due to visa issues. Salim urged the UN Secretary-General and the General Assembly to take necessary measures to uphold the commitments outlined in the 1947 Host Country Agreement and to document the incident. He also called for reform of the international system, including the UN Security Council, to ensure greater representation for African countries.
Salim stressed that Sudan is committed to achieving a just and lasting peace, but this requires an end to external interventions and the flow of arms and mercenaries. He emphasized that the Sudanese government is willing to engage in dialogue with all parties, but this must be done within a framework that ensures national ownership and excludes external interference. The Foreign Minister also called for the implementation of the Jeddah Declaration, which aims to protect civilians and facilitate humanitarian access.
The Sudanese Foreign Minister criticized the selectivity in dealing with parties to the conflict, arguing that this approach has complicated efforts to end the war. He emphasized that the Sudanese government is committed to protecting civilians and upholding international humanitarian law. Salim also expressed appreciation for countries that have supported Sudan's sovereignty and national institutions, and called for greater cooperation with these countries.
Salim outlined the Sudanese government's plan to create a conducive environment for national dialogue, with the aim of achieving a comprehensive political transition. He noted that Sudan has presented a roadmap to the UN Security Council and the UN Secretary-General, which includes measures to protect civilians and promote national reconciliation. The Foreign Minister also emphasized Sudan's commitment to cooperating with UN agencies and other international organizations.
The Sudanese Foreign Minister called on the international community to support efforts to hold accountable those responsible for human rights abuses in Darfur. He emphasized that Sudan is committed to protecting civilians and upholding international humanitarian law. Salim also expressed concern about the situation in Palestine, calling for a two-state solution and an end to Israeli occupation.
In his concluding remarks, Salim expressed gratitude to countries that have supported Sudan and its national institutions. He also conveyed greetings from General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, who was unable to attend the General Assembly. The Sudanese Foreign Minister's speech reflects the country's concerns about external interventions and the need for international support to achieve peace and stability.
Key points
- Sudan's Foreign Minister calls for international community to pressure parties to stop flow of arms and mercenaries
- Sudanese government committed to achieving just and lasting peace
- Sudan urges accountability for human rights abuses in Darfur
