GCC Welcomes Signing of Jeddah Declaration between Sudanese Parties

Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
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GCC Welcomes Signing of Jeddah Declaration between Sudanese Parties

Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)
Smoke billows in Khartoum amid ongoing fighting between the forces of two rival generals, on May 11, 2023. (AFP)

Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaiwi welcomed on Friday the signing of the Jeddah declaration on the commitment to protect civilians.

The agreement was signed between representatives of the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces on Thursday

Al-Budaiwi expressed his renewed gratitude for the efforts by Saudi Arabia and the United States, despite all obstacles and difficulties, to bring all parties together and to align their views following a series of meetings on the current crisis.

He hoped that the response of the signatories of the agreement will allow safe passage for humanitarian workers and meet the needs of civilians.

He also hoped they would prioritize the interests and safety of the Sudanese people and that they would work towards consolidating Sudan’s sovereignty and preserve the unity of its institutions and territorial integrity.



Saudi Crown Prince, Pakistani PM Discuss Ties and Regional Stability

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meet at Mina Palace on Friday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meet at Mina Palace on Friday. (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince, Pakistani PM Discuss Ties and Regional Stability

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meet at Mina Palace on Friday. (SPA)
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meet at Mina Palace on Friday. (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at Mina Palace on Friday.

They exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

They also reviewed the historical relations between their countries and explored prospects for boosting bilateral cooperation across various fields.

Discussions further extended to regional developments and the efforts underway to achieve security and stability.