The UK convened an international conference in London on the second anniversary of Sudan's civil war to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Co-hosted by the UK, France, Germany, and other entities, the conference focused on fostering greater political coherence regarding Sudan's future without direct mediation or aid pledging. Key objectives included establishing an African Union-led contact group and renewing commitments to aid access, amidst concerns regarding the exclusion of Sudanese voices and the involvement of external powers like the UAE and Egypt in the conflict.
The one-day conference aims to address the intractable civil war in Sudan, focusing on building political coherence among influential countries while excluding local actors.
David Lammy emphasized the need for a clear pathway to end human suffering in Sudan, criticising the ongoing disregard for human life amid the conflict.
The conference's goal is not mediation or aid pledging, but to establish an African Union-led international contact group to promote diplomacy over militarization.
The intricate dynamics of the conflict reflect involvement from regional powers like the UAE and Egypt, who have vested interests in Sudan's military factions.
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