African Union Commission Welcomes Sudan’s Peace Initiative, Calls for Inclusive Dialogue and International Support

Addis Ababa, December 31, 2025 (FMC) – The African Union Commission (AUC) has welcomed the peace initiative presented by Sudan’s Transitional Government to the United Nations Security Council, describing it as a comprehensive and forward-looking framework aimed at addressing the ongoing crisis in Sudan.

The AUC noted that the initiative reflects a deep understanding of the severe challenges facing Sudan and its people, while demonstrating a commitment to ending hostilities, halting violence, alleviating humanitarian suffering, and preserving Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

The Commission emphasized that the political, humanitarian, and security elements outlined in the proposal provide a credible foundation for sustainable peace. It stressed that constructive engagement with the initiative is essential for ending armed conflict, restoring security and stability, and safeguarding social cohesion and national unity.

The African Union expressed strong support for key components of the initiative, including an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, protection of civilians, unhindered humanitarian access, support for refugees and internally displaced persons, disarmament, security sector reform, national reconciliation, and reconstruction. These measures, the Commission stated, are critical for rebuilding trust, repairing the social fabric, and consolidating a unified Sudanese state.

The AUC also highlighted the importance of an inclusive process anchored in transitional justice, national reconciliation, redress for victims, and broad political participation. Such an approach is seen as vital for achieving lasting peace, preserving societal unity, and preventing a return to violence or fragmentation.

Reiterating its longstanding position, the African Union emphasized the need for a Sudanese-led dialogue during the transitional period to build national consensus on governance and unity within a single constitutional framework. It also stressed the necessity of free, fair, and internationally supervised elections to meet the Sudanese people’s aspirations for democracy and stability.

The Commission confirmed the African Union’s readiness to coordinate closely with the United Nations, Arab League, IGAD, and other international partners to support and accompany peace efforts in Sudan, reaffirming its commitment to the country’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, as well as to regional and international peace and security.