Port Sudan, September 14 (Darfur24)
The African Union (AU) Commission and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) on Sunday welcomed the Quartet’s proposal to resolve the conflict in Sudan. The Quartet—comprising the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—on Friday called for a three-month truce to pave the way for a permanent ceasefire and a political process leading to a transitional government.
In a joint statement, the AU and IGAD expressed support for the Quartet’s call for rapid humanitarian access, civilian protection, and the launch of a civilian-led transitional process within nine months that ensures inclusiveness, legitimacy, and accountability.
The two regional bodies denounced external military support and extremist influence in Sudan, while reiterating their backing for the Jeddah Process as a platform for ceasefire negotiations in coordination with regional and international partners.
They noted that the Quartet’s position aligns with the AU–IGAD roadmap for peace in Sudan and affirmed readiness to work with the Quartet, the Sudanese people, and other partners to end the war, safeguard Sudan’s sovereignty, and support a comprehensive civilian-led transition.
The statement also announced that the AU, IGAD, the League of Arab States, the United Nations, and the European Union will convene consultations with Sudanese civilian groups in October to strengthen unity and lay the groundwork for an inclusive Sudanese-led dialogue and political transition.
“Like the Quartet, the African Union and IGAD believe there is no military solution to the Sudanese crisis. The two African organizations look forward to cooperating with the Quartet to end the war and return Sudan to constitutional rule under civilian leadership,” the statement said.