The United States welcomes the return of SPLM/A-In-Opposition advance team to Juba.
John Kirby, the spokesperson of the US Bureau of Public Affairs says the return marks an important milestone in the implementation of the peace agreement.
The US hopes the move foretells future cooperation between government and SPLM/A-In-Opposition in peace realization.
Spokesperson Kirby calls on both parties to cooperate to set reforms outlined in the peace agreement.
The US appreciates the Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission, JMEC and IGAD for initiating sustainable transition and promoting reconciliation in South Sudan.