OIC Welcomes Initialing of Peace Agreement in Sudan
Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic
Cooperation (OIC), Dr Yousef Al-Othaimeen, welcomed initialing in the South
Sudan capital, Juba, of Sudan peace agreement.
Describing the deal as a historic breakthrough, he
expressed hope that it will usher in a new era of stability and prosperity for
all the people of the Sudan, stressing that the parties to the agreement have
proven to the wider international community that the interest and security of
their country is above all other considerations. He appealed to other parties
to engage in earnest negotiations with the Transitional Government of Sudan
(TGS) for a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in all Sudan.
Dr Al-Othaimeen also praised the government of South
Sudan for their important role in mediating the peace talks, thanking regional
and international partners for their overwhelming support throughout the
process.
The OIC is fully committed to supporting the Sudan,
the Secretary General emphasized, commending the country’s outstanding role in
the OIC’s efforts to promote solidarity among Muslims and consolidate joint
Islamic action.
