In a historic move aimed at ending armed conflicts and building a brighter future for Sudan, former Sudanese Prime Minister Abdullah Hamdok, and the head of the Coordinating Committee of Civilian Democratic Forces, signed an agreement with two armed factions calling for an end to the war, self-determination, and the secularism of the state. The signing ceremony took place in Nairobi in the presence of Kenyan President William Ruto, where Hamdok signed the agreement with the head of the Sudan Liberation Movement in Darfur, Abdul Wahid Mohammed Nour, and the head of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North, Abdulaziz Al-Hilu.
Agreement Content and Its Importance
The agreement, known as the Nairobi Declaration, calls for an end to the war, the establishment of a civilian state, and the granting of the right to self-determination for the peoples of Sudan if the principles of the agreement are not included in the country's permanent constitution. This agreement represents a significant shift in Sudanese politics and a serious attempt to achieve peace and stability in a country that has suffered from armed conflicts and civil wars for decades.
Positive Impact of the Nairobi Declaration
Ending the War and Achieving Peace
Ending the war is the first step towards achieving stability in Sudan. The agreement sends a strong signal of the commitment of the various parties to end the armed conflicts that have exhausted the country for many years. By ending the war, Sudan will be able to redirect resources that were consumed by conflict to efforts of reconstruction and development.
Establishing a Civilian State
The Nairobi Declaration calls for the establishment of a civilian state, a significant step towards achieving democracy and respecting human rights. By promoting civil and secular values, Sudan can build a governance system that includes all components of Sudanese society regardless of their religious or ethnic affiliations, enhancing national unity.
Right to Self-Determination
Granting the right to self-determination to the peoples of Sudan represents recognition of the rights of minorities and marginalized regions. This right can open the door to serious and inclusive negotiations that ensure representation of all in the political system and achieve justice and equality.
Impact on Sudan’s Future
Enhancing National Unity
By adopting the principles of the agreement in the permanent constitution, Sudan can become a model for peaceful coexistence among its various components. Enhancing national unity will lead to political and social stability, enabling the country to achieve sustainable economic growth and development.
Encouraging Investment and Economic Development
Peace and political stability are essential pillars for attracting foreign and domestic investments. By ending the war and establishing a civilian state, Sudan can provide an attractive environment for investments, contributing to economic development and raising the standard of living for its citizens.
Promoting Human Rights and Freedoms
Establishing a civilian state based on secularism will ensure the separation of religion and politics, enhancing human rights and fundamental freedoms. This will lead to building a more just and equal society, where everyone can participate in public life freely and without discrimination.