December 5, 2023 (NAIROBI) – The United Nations in South Sudan (UNMISS) has welcomed the resumption of peace talks in Kenya between the Juba government and opposition groups. While speaking at the opening of the Kenya-mediated Tumaini Initiative on Wednesday, the UNMISS Deputy Special Representative-Political, Guang Cong commended South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir and his Kenyan counterpart, President William Ruto for reconvening the talks. “We commend President Kiir and President Ruto for their exemplary leadership in reconvening the talks. We noted the two leaders' repeated calls to conclude the talks expeditiously, which resonate with the aspirations of the South Sudanese people,” said Guang. “We welcome the recommencement of talks of this important initiative. I extend my deep appreciation to the Secretariat and all participants for your dedication and patience over the past seven months and for your steadfast commitment to achieving lasting peace in South Sudan,” he added. Guang, who spoke on behalf of the Special Representative Nicholas Haysom, also commended the South Sudanese delegations for coming to these talks with a commitment of open hearts and minds. “This spirit of openness is essential for the success of discussions here. It is imperative to note that the regional and international …
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