UN Welcomes presentation of Abyei Boundary Commission’s report

The United Nations Mission In Sudan

KHARTOUM, 15 July 2005 — The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Sudan, Jan Pronk, welcomes the Abyei Boundary Commission’s (ABC) presentation of its final report to the Presidency of the Government of National Unity.

The Special Representative lauds the members of the commission for their work in preparing the report. He also commends the Parties for their wisdom in establishing the ABC and confirming that the report of its experts is “final and binding.”

The Special Representative calls on all parties to abide by the decision.

The Special Representative reiterates the commitment of the United Nations to assist the people of Abyei in building a peaceful future within the framework of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement.

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