Abuja Talks Have Picked Up Again

Posted on April 29, 2006
Filed Under General Thoughts |

Thanks to the international pressure, the Abuja talks seem to have picked up again.

“Sudan’s government has already signaled that despite some misgivings it is prepared to sign the 85-page settlement drafted by AU mediators after two years of tough negotiations on security, power-sharing and wealth-sharing.”

Thank the Lord, the Abuja talks are picking up again. A few days ago I thought they were down the drain. At least this gives some hope. I’m also thankfull this issue is now hitting the mainstream media hard. It’s about time. However, make no mistake that a signature on a piece of paper means nothing if there is no commitment from both sides. Therefore after the Abuja talks are over, the pressure must still remain to make sure both sides stay committed (if an agreement is reached).

(To my American readers who live in DC, there will be a rally this 30th April. Check out www.savedarfur.org to get more info. I would love to join you but I’m stuck in Malaysia. I’ll be there in spirit though)

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