Egypt’s Foreign Minister Advocates for Sudan at Cairo Conference

Summary:
On July 6, 2024, Egypt’s new Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty delivered a speech at the Sudanese Political and Civil Forces Conference in Cairo’s New Administrative Capital. Abdel-Aty praised the humanitarian efforts of Sudan’s neighboring countries, which have hosted millions of Sudanese refugees amid challenging economic conditions. He urged international parties to fulfill their financial pledges made at previous relief conferences to bridge a significant funding gap.
Abdel-Aty highlighted Egypt’s efforts to collaborate with humanitarian organizations and emphasized Egypt’s commitment to supporting Sudanese aspirations and facilitating humanitarian aid. He stressed the importance of a Sudan-led political process that respects the country’s sovereignty and non-interference principles, and recognized the crucial role of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
The conference, hosted by Egypt, aimed to foster consensus among Sudan’s civil and political forces for achieving peace. It follows the civil war that began in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, which has displaced 7.3 million people and left millions facing severe food insecurity. The initiative reflects Egypt’s ongoing efforts, in coordination with regional and international partners, to end the conflict and support Sudan’s stability and prosperity.