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"Mr President, the Sudanese conflict has attracted the world’s attention for years. Following the establishment of an independent South Sudan, this is no longer a civil war, and any action by either side now has the features of an international conflict. If the South Sudanese army were also to gain the support of the Ugandan army, we could be dealing with a regional armed conflict.
The current actions by the international community in relation to the two Sudanese states are, in many ways, incomprehensible. South Sudan is trying to achieve the objectives of the UN resolution, as evidenced by the decision to withdraw troops from the disputed Heglig territory and its declaration of willingness to engage in talks. Meanwhile, the world is officially condemning the violent actions of the government in Khartoum, while failing to take any decisions, such as what sanctions should be imposed. There is no coherent strategy dealing with the refugee problem, which threatens to become a humanitarian disaster. Neither is there any appropriate response to the flourishing arms trade. The regular rearming of the Sudanese forces by China, Russia and Belorussia, as reported by witnesses, deserves special condemnation.
More than half a million citizens of South Sudan living in the northern border provinces have no regulated legal status. In view of the ethnic cleansing which is still ongoing, this is a very dangerous situation. To date, no plan for free movement in the border zone has been implemented. This fact alone highlights the need for a new border demarcation in some sections.
The accusation and indictment of President Bashir for genocide by the International Criminal Court is reason enough for the West, including European countries, to toughen up its policies in relation to Khartoum. The oil business cannot be a shield against, or obstacle to, the proper functioning of international cooperation and the prevention of ethnic discrimination. I would call on both parties to cease offensive actions and start constructive talks, and I would also appeal to international institutions and to Baroness Ashton to participate actively in working on a solution to this border dispute."@en1
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