Ethiopia: Sudanese Parties Split Over Addis Ababa Political Process
Sudanese political factions are divided over an international effort led by a quintet of global organizations to end the ongoing civil war. While some groups advocate for a structured peace process, others are boycotting the talks due to concerns over the design and inclusivity of the initiative.
Why it matters
The lack of consensus among Sudanese stakeholders complicates international mediation efforts to resolve a major humanitarian and security crisis.
Sudanese political forces have diverged over the quintet international effort to launch a political process aimed at ending the country's war, with some civilian blocs boycotting the talks while others push to shape the process from within.
The consultations, held in Addis Ababa on July 27, brought together the quintet, comprised of the United Nations, African Union, Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), Arab League and European Union.
The National Umma Party, represented in the five-party mechanism consultations in Addis Ababa by a delegation led by Dr Maryam El Sadig El Mahdi, said the political process must begin with a ceasefire, civilian protection, unhindered humanitarian access and confidence-building between Sudanese parties.
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