Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir yesterday praised the role being played by Qatar to achieve peace in Darfur and its support for Sudan in regional and international fora.
Addressing the 27th Session of the Arab League Council at the summit level hosted by the Mauritanian capital Nouakchott, Bashir hailed the Doha Peace Agreement in Darfur which had a significant impact in promoting trust, achieving national unity and the launching of major development projects in Darfur.
He lauded the efforts being exerted by Qatar to support peace in Darfur, which is witnessing a remarkable stability and absence of rebel movements, while conducting building and reconstruction projects.
With regard to the Arab affairs, the Sudanese president called to regain the Arab initiative in Syria and not to rely on international initiatives which depend on the conflict of stakeholders and their ambitions in the region.
He stressed the importance of reaching a peaceful solution, which takes into account the respect of the will of the Syrian people and meet their legitimate aspirations.
He reiterated support for the legitimate government in Yemen led by President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi and its efforts to restore legitimacy, security and stability and reach a comprehensive political solution in accordance with the terms of reference agreed upon.
Bashir affirmed his country’s condemnation of acts of terrorism and violence in all its forms and manifestations experienced by brotherly and friendly countries, calling for concerted Arab efforts to combat terrorism.