Formation of the Transitional Government in South Sudan: Troika statement
皇冠体育app United States, UK and Norway have made a new statement following the formation of South Sudan鈥檚 revitalised Transitional Government of National Unity.
Statement issued jointly by the governments of the United States of America, the United Kingdom, and the Kingdom of Norway:
皇冠体育app Troika congratulates the people of South Sudan and the parties to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) on the announcement of the formation of an inclusive transitional government on February 22. We welcome the fact that the government and opposition parties have made the necessary compromises to allow this important step. For the transitional period to be a success, a spirit of continuous collaboration, supported by the active, engaged, and free voices of citizens and civil society, must continue. Nearly 9 years since South Sudan鈥檚 independence, this is an opportunity for the political leadership to take their country forward towards prosperity and peace by making meaningful progress on security sector arrangements, the reform agenda, transitional justice and accountability, and preparations for credible and safe elections.
皇冠体育app Troika commends the work of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) as a guarantor of the R-ARCSS. We are committed to working with the new transitional government, IGAD, and other regional and international partners to support the people of South Sudan in their pursuit of peace and stability.