Antalya: Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Mohi-Eddin Salim, met with the European Union (EU) Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Ms. Annette Weber, on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. The meeting discussed developments in Sudan, where the Minister outlined the government's vision for a comprehensive and sustainable resolution to the conflict, based on the peace initiative presented by the Prime Minister to the UN Security Council last December. The initiative is founded on a ceasefire, protection of civilians, and the restoration of state institutions, while stressing respect for Sudan's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Minister underscored the importance of addressing the root causes of the crisis, including halting external interference and curbing the flow of foreign fighters, describing them as key factors fuelling the conflict and hindering peace efforts. The EU envoy expressed the European Union's interest in supporting de-escalation efforts and reaching a humanitarian truce that would pave the way for a comprehensive ceasefire, highlighting the importance of coordinating international initiatives, including the Quad process, to achieve tangible progress on the ground.
The meeting also addressed regional developments, where the Minister affirmed that Sudan's stability is a cornerstone for stability in the Horn of Africa, stressing the need for regional countries to play a constructive role in supporting peace efforts away from negative interference. Both sides agreed on the importance of continued coordination and consultation, supporting UN-led processes, and enhancing direct engagement with various stakeholders to advance stability efforts in Sudan.