UAE Joins Global Call for Peace at Sudan Conference in UK

Post by: Bandan Preet

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Lana Nusseibeh, the Assistant Minister for Political Affairs, led the United Arab Emirates (UAE) team at an important conference on Sudan held in London. This conference was organized by the United Kingdom and co-hosted by Germany, France, the African Union, and the European Union.

The event brought together foreign ministers and high-level officials from many countries including Canada, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, Norway, Qatar, South Sudan, Switzerland, Turkiye, Uganda, the UK, and the US. Big international groups like the African Union, European Union, United Nations, Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and the League of Arab States were also present.

During her speech, Nusseibeh talked about how badly the ongoing war in Sudan is affecting its people. She mentioned the serious violence happening there, including the use of chemical weapons, sexual violence, and attacks on civilians. She also spoke about how some groups are blocking food and aid from reaching those who need it most.

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She clearly said that the UAE strongly condemns these violent acts and believes that those responsible must be held accountable. Nusseibeh especially pointed out the recent attacks in Darfur and the horrible assaults on refugee camps like Zamzam and Abu Shouk near El Fasher.

She called for a new system to monitor how weapons are getting into Sudan. She asked all countries to come together and take real action to help build a peaceful and united Sudan.

Nusseibeh also said that to bring real peace to Sudan, there needs to be a political plan that leads to a government run by civilians, not the military. She stated firmly that neither the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) nor the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) truly represent the people of Sudan or can bring peace. Only a Sudanese-led and civilian-based process, she said, can bring real change.

To make this happen, Nusseibeh said that the world must create new ways to deal with Sudan’s problems. This includes stronger steps to stop violence and ensure aid can reach those in need.

She also explained that Sudan’s problems affect the whole region, not just the country itself. She said it is important to stop Sudan from becoming a place where terrorists and extremist groups can grow, which would be dangerous for everyone. She also warned that this could affect international shipping and trade routes.

Nusseibeh asked the United Nations to do more, especially to stop the blocking of food and help. She said that “sovereignty” should not be used as an excuse to starve people or protect those who attack aid workers and civilians. She stressed that Sudan’s people need protection, help, and justice.

She also spoke about the need to fight all kinds of extremism, hate speech, and discrimination in Sudan. Nusseibeh emphasized that women must be fully included in the political process. She reminded everyone that Sudanese women were a big part of the 2018 movement for civilian rule and are still working hard in emergency teams, even in areas where international groups can’t reach.

In her closing words, Nusseibeh said that the world cannot continue to do nothing while Sudan suffers. She said this is the time for strong, united leadership and serious global action.

Since the conflict began, the UAE has given more than 600 million US dollars in humanitarian aid to Sudan and nearby countries. This aid is given fairly, based on need, and in partnership with the United Nations.

While in the UK, Nusseibeh also met with several key officials from different countries and organizations. These included David Lammy, the UK’s Foreign Secretary; Peter Lord from the US; Annett Weber from the EU; Dr. Musalia Mudavadi from Kenya; Jean-Noël Barrot from France; and Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC.

Others in the UAE delegation were Mansour Belhoul, the UAE Ambassador to the UK, and Maha Yaqoot Harqoos, who heads South Africa affairs at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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