The US special representative to Sudan called upon the authorities in Khartoum and Juba to ensure that the people of Abyei have their right and needs met in accordance withjthe Abyei Protocol.
Addressing the press on Saturday, Scott Gration emphasized also that the popular consultations in Blue Nile and southern Kordofan should be recognised and take place.Mr. Gration reiterated his country’s commitment to the Sudan saying that president Obama is briefed every day on the happenings in south Sudan.
A referendum on whether Abyei should stay part of the north or join the south was scheduled to take place in parallel with the vote in the south, but it was not organized yet.