Minawi in Juba: Sudan and South Sudan Strengthen Border Security and Coordination on War-Related

During his official visit to the Republic of South Sudan, Darfur Region Governor Minni Arko Minawi discussed with South Sudanese Presidential Adviser on Security Affairs Tut Gatluak a range of issues of common concern, foremost among them developments in Sudan, the situation of members of the Sudanese community and Sudanese refugees, the humanitarian crisis resulting from the war, and ways to support peace and stability in the two countries.

The meeting discussed the challenges and problems facing members of the Sudanese community in South Sudan and ways to address them in coordination with the relevant authorities, in a manner that safeguards their rights and facilitates their situation, particularly amid the humanitarian and economic conditions imposed by the war.

The two sides also discussed the situation of Sudanese refugees in South Sudan and the importance of strengthening humanitarian efforts, facilitating access to assistance and essential services, and working to create conditions that enable those wishing to return to their areas in Sudan to do so voluntarily and safely.

The meeting also addressed the importance of securing the shared border and strengthening coordination between the two countries to prevent activities that threaten citizens’ security and the stability of border areas. The two sides affirmed that the security of Sudan and South Sudan represents a common interest and that the stability of one country directly affects the other.

The Darfur Region Governor stressed the importance of the historical and social ties between the peoples of Sudan and South Sudan, pointing to the need for continued communication and coordination between the two countries to address the repercussions of the war and humanitarian crisis and preserve the security and stability of the region.

Minawi stressed Sudan’s position in support of the country’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, affirming that any approach to resolving the Sudanese crisis should preserve Sudan’s unity, independence of its national decision-making and territorial integrity, and that sustainable peace must be founded on principles that safeguard the rights and aspirations of the Sudanese people.

For his part, South Sudanese Presidential Adviser on Security Affairs Tut Gatluak affirmed the importance of continued consultation and coordination between the two countries, noting South Sudan’s keenness to strengthen its relations with Sudan and work jointly to address issues of concern to the two peoples.

The two sides agreed to continue coordination on humanitarian, security and border issues and to strengthen cooperation in a manner that contributes to supporting stability, protecting citizens and developing the fraternal relations between Sudan and South Sudan.