Washington, September 25 (BNA) US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan had a phone call with Sudanese Prime Minister Abdullah Hamdok, the White House announced in a statement.
“Mr. Sullivan expressed the Biden administration’s commitment to supporting the civilian-led transition to democracy in Sudan and opposing any attempts to obstruct or disrupt the will of the Sudanese people.
“Mr. Sullivan emphasized that any attempt by the military to undermine the spirit and agreed parameters of the Sudanese Constitutional Declaration would have dire consequences for US-Sudan bilateral relations and planned assistance. Mr. Sullivan and Prime Minister Hamdok discussed the importance of the transitional government making continued progress towards stability. in the economy, reforming the security sector under civilian leadership, promoting the peace process in Sudan, and ensuring justice and accountability for past abuses.
“Mr. Sullivan confirmed that US Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Jeffrey Feltman will travel to Sudan next week to affirm US support for the civilian-led transition process and discuss regional security challenges. Mr. Sullivan expressed the urgency to promote a peaceful solution to the ongoing crisis in neighboring Ethiopia. Finally, he conveyed the urgency of promoting a peaceful solution to the ongoing crisis in neighboring Ethiopia. Mr. Sullivan that President Biden looks forward to hosting and meeting with Prime Minister Hamdok in the near future.”
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