CAIRO: Egypt on Thursday called for Sudan’s political future to be determined by its own people, backing a Sudanese-led process, as Cairo reiterated its opposition to any attempt to partition its war-torn southern neighbor.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said that any political process for resolving Sudan’s war must be based on “full Sudanese ownership” and reflect the aspirations of the country’s people for security and stability, according to Egypt’s State Information Service.
His remarks came during a phone call with his Sudanese counterpart, Mohieddin Salem, during which the two discussed developments in the conflict, continued coordination between Cairo and Khartoum, and ways to intensify communication “on issues of mutual concern.”
Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and rejected attempts to partition the country or establish rival entities that could threaten its cohesion.
The discussions come as efforts gather pace to chart a path out of more than three years of devastating civil war.
