The UN Mission in South Sudan has on Friday welcomed the signing of the cessation of hostilities agreement, by parties attending the High Level Revitalization Forum in Addis Ababa.
The Agreement on Cessation of Hostilities, Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Access, is an important first step in the revitalization process, says UMISS in a statement.
It acknowledges the effort and commitment of all those involved in the forum in reaching an agreement.
UNMISS also thanks the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, IGAD for its leadership in the peace talks.
The UN mission urges all parties to adhere to the Agreement and end the ongoing violence so that durable peace is achieved in South Sudan.
UNMISS expresses continues support in the peace process and advancing reconciliation efforts, strengthening conflict resolution mechanisms and building national cohesion.
It also expresses willingness to engage in regional and international peace initiatives.
The Forum that started in Addis Ababa on Dec. 17, aims at reviving the 2015 peace agreement that was violated last year after renewed violence in South Sudan.