Sudanese civilian groups that signed the Declaration of Principles are set to hold expanded meetings in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, with the participation of senior political figures, including the head of the Sumoud alliance and Sudan Liberation Movement/Army leader Abdel Wahid Mohamed Nur.
Several party leaders and representatives of civilian groups and armed movements that endorsed the declaration are also expected to attend.
The meetings come amid accelerating political and military developments in Sudan, where the continuing war has deepened an already severe humanitarian crisis.
Participants are expected to coordinate their positions and discuss ways to advance a comprehensive political process aimed at ending the conflict and restoring Sudan’s civilian democratic transition.
A source told Al-Sudaniya News that the agenda would include an assessment of progress in implementing the Declaration of Principles, a review of recent political and military developments and discussions on regional and international initiatives seeking a ceasefire and a comprehensive peace process.
The meetings will also address the protection of civilians, humanitarian access and possible measures to tackle the worsening humanitarian emergency.
Participants are expected to discuss their vision for transitional arrangements and the rebuilding of state institutions on civilian and democratic foundations, with the stated aim of securing peace, stability and Sudan’s territorial unity.
The Nairobi gathering is viewed as an opportunity to strengthen coordination between civilian forces and movements that signed the declaration and to develop a unified position on the future of Sudan’s political process.
The talks are taking place as regional and international actors continue efforts to revive negotiations and find a political solution to the conflict.
A closing statement is expected to outline the outcomes of the meetings and propose a roadmap for the next phase. It is also expected to call for an immediate end to the war, greater protection for civilians and an inclusive political process leading to sustainable peace and a civilian-led transition.
