Former Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok has presented a civilian-led vision for ending Sudan’s war, calling for an immediate halt to the fighting, greater protection for civilians and a political process that would pave the way for democratic rule.
Hamdok and a delegation of Sudanese civilian leaders outlined their proposals at a public forum in Washington on Sunday, attended by members of the Sudanese diaspora in the United States.
The event, titled Sudan: Where to? The Vision of the Declaration of Principles Forces for Peace and Civilian Transition, examined the war’s political and humanitarian consequences and the diplomatic efforts needed to secure a ceasefire.
Joining Hamdok were Ambassador Omar Manis, Bakri al-Jak, Babiker Faisal and Suad Mousa, who discussed Sudan’s post-war future, the restoration of civilian government, accountability and the rebuilding of state institutions.
The speakers called for closer coordination between international and regional peace initiatives, arguing that efforts to end the fighting must be linked to a political settlement addressing the causes and consequences of the conflict.
They also stressed the need to protect civilians, facilitate humanitarian assistance and establish a political process that would allow Sudanese people to determine their country’s future.
Civilian delegation intensifies diplomatic push
The Washington forum forms part of a wider diplomatic tour led by Hamdok, who heads the Sumoud civilian coalition, as Sudanese civilian groups seek to strengthen their role in international efforts to end the war.
The delegation previously held meetings with officials and diplomats in New York alongside the 81st United Nations General Assembly, discussing the humanitarian crisis, a proposed truce and the need to improve aid access to communities affected by the fighting.
The delegation is also expected to travel to Ottawa, Canada, as part of its efforts to build international support for a civilian-led political settlement.
The diplomatic push comes amid renewed regional and international efforts to secure a ceasefire in Sudan, including initiatives involving the Quad and Quint groupings.
At the Washington gathering, the civilian representatives emphasised that stopping the war must be accompanied by measures to address its humanitarian and political consequences.
They argued that any lasting settlement should provide a framework for justice, accountability, institutional reconstruction and a transition to civilian democratic government.
The delegation said its immediate priorities remain ending the fighting, protecting civilians and advancing a political settlement capable of restoring peace and stability to Sudan.
