Statement by the President on the Deal Between Sudan and South Sudan
I welcome the historic agreement that was
reached today between the Republic of Sudan and the Republic of South Sudan on
a number of critical issues. This agreement breaks new ground in support of the
international vision of two viable states at peace with each other, and
represents substantial progress in resolving the outstanding security and
economic issues between Sudan and South Sudan. The Sudanese and South Sudanese
people who have suffered greatly through decades of conflict deserve the
benefits of a lasting peace – a peace that can only be achieved through
continued dialogue and negotiation, sustained implementation of the agreements
reached to date, and steadfast work to resolve remaining issues.
I commend the resolute efforts of the African
Union High-Level Implementation Panel, led by President Thabo Mbeki, for its
leadership in shepherding this agreement. I also commend those international
partners who have contributed to this peace process, particularly the chair of
the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, the African Union, and the
United Nations.
The leaders of Sudan and South Sudan have chosen
to take another important step on the path away from conflict toward a future
in which their citizens can live in dignity, security, and prosperity. The
United States is committed to working with both countries as they implement
these agreements and as they seek to resolve those issues that remain
outstanding. We are hopeful that today’s deal can help spur broader
progress on resolving the conflict in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile, securing
unfettered international humanitarian access in those areas, and bringing peace
to Darfur.
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