International Leaders Hold High-Level Consultative Meeting to Coordinate Efforts for Peace in Sudan

In a significant diplomatic move reflecting growing global concern over the escalating crisis in Sudan, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, and the United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, convened a high-level consultative meeting aimed at unifying their organizations’ efforts to support peace in Sudan.

A Unified Approach to Ending Violence

The meeting focused on fostering a more coordinated and robust international response to end the ongoing fighting in Sudan, alleviate the humanitarian suffering of its people, ensure unhindered access to aid, and ultimately reach a comprehensive and lasting ceasefire.

The leaders reviewed the long-standing and successful history of joint efforts among their organizations to resolve conflicts in Sudan, in cooperation with key member states and multilateral institutions. At the same time, they acknowledged the challenges hindering effective multilateral coordination—particularly the lack of clarity in the division of roles—which has impacted trust among stakeholders and the efficacy of mediation initiatives.

Renewed Commitment to Sudan’s Sovereignty and Stability

The participating organizations reaffirmed their strong commitment to the sovereignty, unity, independence, and territorial integrity of Sudan. They emphasized the importance of preventing the collapse of Sudanese national institutions and underlined that their efforts must be grounded in relevant UN Security Council resolutions, the Jeddah Declaration, and decisions issued by both the African Union and the League of Arab States.

Toward an Integrated and Strategic Vision

The meeting underscored the need for a unified and coherent strategy that leverages the comparative advantages of each organization and promotes integrated, strategic action through active collaboration. The leaders proposed the establishment of a broader multilateral coordination framework, involving international and regional institutions capable of offering political support and enhancing peace efforts, while ensuring alignment with member state mechanisms.

Next Steps and Upcoming Summits

The participants agreed to capitalize on upcoming summits of the United Nations General Assembly, the African Union, and the Arab League to reconvene at the level of organizational heads. These future meetings will aim to maintain high-level engagement, assess developments in Sudan, and agree on necessary steps to improve the coherence and effectiveness of joint efforts.

This consultative meeting comes at a critical juncture, as Sudan faces worsening violence and a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation. The leaders’ joint stance signals a renewed push for a diplomatic breakthrough that could help guide Sudan back onto the path of peace and stability.