Lusaka: Vice-President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC), Commander Malik Agar, arrived in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, on Friday, coming from the Republic of Namibia, as part of an African tour aiming at developing Sudan’s relations with Africa and enhancing joint cooperation between it and regional countries. His Excellency met with Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema and delivered him a written message from President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council, General Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan, regarding the progress of bilateral relations between the two countries.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Vice-President briefed the Zambian President on the developments in the country’s internal situation, particularly regarding the humanitarian crisis caused by the rebellion of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia, and the government’s vision for ending the war. Agar provided a detailed explanation of the extent of the violations committed by the rebel militia against civilians, as well as the vandalization inflicted on government institutions, civilian facilities, and infrastructure in the country.
Agar emphasized that what is happening in Sudan is an attempt at occupation and settlement by militias that are receiving support and aid from some neighboring countries and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). His Excellency explained that Sudan believed in resolving the problems of African countries within the African framework, adding that Sudan is open to all initiatives that harbor sincere intentions toward resolving its issues.
For his part, Zambian President expressed his regret and concern over the extent of the devastation that has befallen the country. He offered his condolences and sympathy for the victims of the war, wishing lasting peace and stability for Sudan. Hichelema affirmed Zambia’s support for Sudan, both its government and people, and that his country will play a positive role in the Sudanese issue until Sudan returns to its natural place on the African continent. He praised the government’s vision for resolving the Sudanese crisis within African institutions.