Egypt watches closely Eastern Sudan peace talks
June 20, 2006 (CAIRO) — The Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Aboul Gheit affirmed that Egypt is closely following up for a long period the developments in east Sudan.
Aboul Gheit in a press statement announced his country’s welcome to the start of the peace negotiations between the Sudan government and the East Front with the mediation of Eritrea.
He expressed his hope that the two parties will reach an agreement that will meet the Sudanese people aspiration for the peace, stability and prosperity.
The Egyptian Minister said that through signing of Naivasha Peace Agreement between the North and South and also Darfur peace and through the expected peace agreement in east Sudan a new stage can commence in Sudan.
He hoped that comprehensive peace in Sudan will enable the concentration of efforts for development and stability in Sudan.
Aboul Gheit affirmed that Egypt is exerting great efforts to supportng the peace and stability in sister Sudan, adding that Egypt is also making contacts with all parties for the realization this objective.
Preparatory talks between the government and the rebel Eastern Front began in the Eritrean capital, Asmara, on 13 June and concluded on Monday 19 June with the signing of two agreements on ceasefire and on a framework for substantive peace talks to end a simmering civil conflict in east Sudan.
(ST)