Sudan plans post-war phase, to resume political process

The Sudanese government has rolled out its post-war plans, including the resumption of political processes that will culminate in the holding of free and fair general elections. A statement by the Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday disclosed that: “As the Sudanese Armed Forces, Joint Forces, and other supporting forces, backed by all segments […]

The Sudanese government has rolled out its post-war plans, including the resumption of political processes that will culminate in the holding of free and fair general elections.

A statement by the Sudan Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday disclosed that: “As the Sudanese Armed Forces, Joint Forces, and other supporting forces, backed by all segments of the Sudanese people, are steadily progressing on all fronts of the war imposed on Sudan, tightening the noose around the rebels, the leadership of the state, after extensive consultations with national and societal components, has put forward a roadmap for the post-war phase and resuming of the inclusive political process that will culminate in holding free and fair general elections.”

It said the roadmap included launching an all-inclusive national dialogue in which all political and societal components participate, adding that “all those who adopt a patriotic stance and renounce the aggressors are welcome to join.”

The statement also said an independent technocrat cabinet would be formed to resume the transitional period’s tasks and assist the state in overcoming the war’s repercussions.

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It added that the necessary amendments would be introduced to the constitutional document, which would then be endorsed by national and societal forces.

According to the government, a civilian Prime Minister would be nominated afterwards to lead the executive branch of the state without interference.

While affirming freedom of opinion and political activities in a manner that does not jeopardise nationally agreed principles, it confirmed that no citizen would be deprived of the right to obtain a passport.

The government said laying down arms and evacuating civilian objects were prerequisites for any talks with the rebels, insisting that “no ceasefire will be accepted unless the siege on El Fasher is lifted, followed by the withdrawal of the RSF militia from Khartoum, West Kordofan, and the Darfur states”.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, therefore, called on the international community, especially the African Union, the United Nations, and the Arab League, to support the roadmap, as it represents a national consensus for restoring peace and stability in the country and satisfying requirements of the democratic transition.

The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been at war with the regular army since April 2023.

The conflict has killed tens of thousands of people, uprooted 12 million and created the world’s largest hunger and displacement crises.

Nearly 25 million people are facing dire food insecurity across Sudan, according to the United Nations.