12/6/2022 11:28:35 AM
Statement by the High Representative Josep Borrell on the signature of a political framework agreement.
The European Union welcomes the signature of a political framework agreement and commends the actors who have signed today. The European Union has been a strong supporter of the UNITAMS-African Union-IGAD tripartite mechanism and congratulates it on the facilitation it has provided to allow an intra-Sudanese political process to take shape and materialise.
While the agreement is a living document and remains open for others to sign, there should be no place in the political spectrum for spoilers.
As the process takes shape, we must continue to broaden the consensus behind the agreement. The release yesterday of some prisoners was a confidence building measure. There are other detainees in similar circumstances and further gestures would help ensure this agreement gains broader acceptance across the country.
It is key now to maintain momentum in the process and for all actors to take advantage of the agreement to re-double their efforts on forming an inclusive, civilian transitional Government that can deliver the free, fair and credible elections, on an agreed timetable.
The European Union and its Member States have maintained direct support for the Sudanese people throughout the political impasse. With today’s signature, preparatory work can begin on how to resume relations and cooperation whenever a transitional government and constitutional arrangements for the transition period are agreed.
On this important day, we remember the hundreds of people who lost their lives in the quest for freedom, peace and justice.