Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohiuddin Salem has reaffirmed the Sudanese government's commitment to a peace initiative proposed by Prime Minister Kamel Idris to the UN Security Council late last year. In an exclusive interview, Salem expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of any external initiative in addressing Sudan's problems without the involvement of its citizens, specifically criticizing the Quartet's initiative that includes the US, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. He emphasizes that a comprehensive solution is necessary, one that genuinely reflects the interests of the Sudanese government and people, rather than temporary fixes that do not address the root causes of their suffering.

Salem elaborates that the Sudanese government welcomes foreign support to achieve peace but emphasizes that the solution must ultimately be determined by the Sudanese themselves. He points out that any external solutions are likely to encounter challenges due to a lack of understanding of the local realities. The ongoing conflicts in Sudan have persisted for years, and the Foreign Minister insists that a lasting resolution must tackle the fundamental issues driving these conflicts rather than offering superficial agreements that do not lead to meaningful improvements.

His statements reflect a growing frustration among Sudanese leaders with foreign interventions that are perceived as lacking a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics within Sudan. This insistence on local agency in the peace process highlights the critical need for any external initiatives to be aligned with the aspirations and voices of the Sudanese people, ensuring that any peace achieved is sustainable and truly responsive to their needs and circumstances.