LONDON: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, the UAE’s foreign minister, and Massad Boulos, an advisor to US President Donald Trump on African and Arab affairs, held talks on the Sudanese civil war during a meeting in Abu Dhabi on Monday.
They discussed ways in which efforts to end the conflict between rival military factions, which began in April 2023, could be enhanced, with a particular focus on protecting civilians and ensuring humanitarian aid can be safely delivered, the Emirates News Agency reported.
Sheikh Abdullah confirmed the support of Emirati authorities for a civilian-led, politically driven process to resolve the conflict, and for Trump’s efforts to help achieve lasting security and stability in Sudan.
The UAE backs all initiatives designed to secure an immediate, unconditional ceasefire agreement, end the suffering of the Sudanese people and uphold their aspirations for security, stability and dignity, he added.
Other Emirati officials present at the meeting included Reem Al-Hashimy, the minister of state for international cooperation, and Sheikh Shakhbut bin Nahyan Al-Nahyan, minister of state in the Foreign Ministry.
