Secretary-General welcomes agreement on key outstanding issues

by parties to sudan Comprehensive Peace Agreement

 

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:

The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement by the parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) that recent discussions have resulted in an agreement on a number of key outstanding issues, with the exception of Abyei.  The parties have also affirmed that the agreement will pave the way for the return of ministers of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement to the Government of National Unity.

The Secretary-General commends both parties for their commitment to preserve the integrity of the CPA through dialogue and partnership, and looks forward to the early implementation of the decisions reached by the two sides.  It is hoped that the Presidency will expedite a resolution to the issue of Abyei, which is essential in order to establish a firm basis for the next phase of the peace process.

The Secretary-General reiterates that the full implementation of the CPA is in the interest of both parties, and is fundamental for lasting peace and stability in the Sudan and the region.  The United Nations stands ready to discuss with the parties how it can further assist them in ensuring the successful implementation of the Agreement.

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