Addis ababa: The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Mohi-Eddin Salim, received the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Sudan, Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, at his residence in the Presidential Palace in Addis Ababa. The meeting was attended by Sudan's Ambassador to Ethiopia, Al-Zein Ibrahim Hussein.
According to Sudan News Agency, the discussion focused on the latest developments in Sudan. The Minister of Foreign Affairs acknowledged Envoy Lamamra's assessment of the humanitarian situation resulting from the war. Furthermore, the envoy explicitly condemned the attack on a humanitarian food convoy, which was carried out by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia using drones.
Envoy Lamamra expressed solidarity with the government and people of Sudan in their rebuilding efforts. He noted that the United Nations is looking forward to initiating an inclusive political process in Sudan to facilitate recovery and stability.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs assured the UN envoy of positive progress and emphasized ongoing efforts to ensure the security and stability of Sudan and its citizens. He affirmed Sudan's commitment to cooperating with the United Nations and its specialized agencies, highlighting plans to expand joint efforts for reconstruction and stability.