The United Nations said there is need for th political parties to deepen mutual trust and to build a common purpose as South Sudan celebrates its 12th anniversary on Sunday 9th July.
The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General, Nicholas Haysom said, the UN emphasizes more international willingness to support the peace process even further if there are demonstrable actions and the right frameworks to allow for assistance.
“I wish to share that as the 12th anniversary of South Sudanese independence approaches, my assessment from interactions with regional and international partners here and outside suggest the need to deepen mutual trust and to build common purpose.”
He said the next step is for the Transitional Government to form the Board to pave the way for the UN, AU, and IGAD to commence arrangements for the South Sudan pledging Conference.
Nicholas Haysom added that the key decisions that do not require additional resources about electoral, constitutional, and security structures must be made urgently.
The UN reaffirms its commitment to partner with regional and international parties in support of peace and stability in South Sudan.
“I assure the parties that the United Nations family remains committed to supporting and working with other regional and international partners for peace and stability” Nicholas assured.