Readout of the the Secretary-General’s meeting with H.E. Lt. General Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan Abdelrahman Al-Burhan, President of the Transitional Sovereign Council of the Republic of the Sudan

The Secretary-General met with H.E. Lt. General Abdel-Fattah Al-Burhan Abdelrahman Al-Burhan, President of the Transitional Sovereign Council of the Republic of the Sudan. 

The Secretary-General expressed deep concern about the escalation of the conflict in the Sudan, which continues to have a devastating impact on the Sudanese civilians and risks a regional spillover. 

They discussed the need for an immediate lasting ceasefire and the importance of genuine dialogue leading to an inclusive negotiated peace settlement. 

They also affirmed the need for urgent action to ensure rapid, safe and unhindered humanitarian access and the protection of all civilians across the Sudan. 

The Secretary-General welcomed the continued engagement of the Sudanese authorities with his Personal Envoy for Sudan, Mr. Ramtane Lamamra and the Humanitarian and Resident Coordinator for Sudan, Ms. Clementine Awu Nkweta-Salami.

New York, 25 September 2024