Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its support for Sudan and pledged to continue its efforts to help the North African nation until it overcomes the “exceptional circumstances” it is going through.
Speaking on the occasion of Saudi Arabia marking three centuries since its founding, Saudi Ambassador to Sudan Ali bin Hassan Jaafar reiterated that the Kingdom and Sudan share many positive factors and a common history.
Jaafar pledged that his country would continue to stand by Sudan in all situations and times.
“We renew and affirm that the Kingdom will always remain by Sudan’s side, in all situations and times,” said Jaafar, adding that Saudi Arabia will support Sudan’s endeavors to overcome exceptional circumstances.
Saudi Arabia had played an important role in reviving the ongoing political process in Sudan to get out of the political crisis.
On June 6, 2022, Jaafar hosted a significant meeting at his residence.
He succeeded in bringing Sudanese civilian and military figures together after a long stalemate that continued since the army assumed power and dissolved the civilian government on October 25, 2021.
US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Pee, who was visiting Khartoum at the time, participated in that pivotal meeting.
Moreover, the meeting paved the way for the formation of what became known as the “international quartet,” which included the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia, the US, the UK, and the UAE.
The four ambassadors played a major role in getting the Sudanese military and civilian parties to sign a “framework agreement” on December 5, 2022.
The agreement requires forming a civilian government and the military returning to their barracks.
Jaafar considered Saudi Arabia’s celebrations of the anniversary of its founding day an important station for generations to stand upon, and an occasion to renew the pledge to the wise leadership of the Kingdom.
He added that the day offers a great chance to find pride in the history and achievements of Saudis.
