The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has held talks with Sudan’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the African Union, H.E. Elzein Ibrahim Hussein, focusing on the ongoing conflict in Sudan and efforts to restore peace and stability in the country.

During the meeting, the two officials exchanged views on the African Union’s continued diplomatic engagement in addressing the conflict and supporting Sudan’s recovery.

Ambassador Hussein expressed appreciation for the AU’s diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, which has plunged Sudan into a prolonged humanitarian and security crisis.

The discussions also explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation between Sudan and the African Union in the health and education sectors, alongside broader efforts to advance the country’s social and economic recovery.

Chairperson Youssouf reaffirmed the African Union’s commitment to accompanying Sudan in its pursuit of peace, stability and economic recovery.

The two officials also discussed the possibility of a visit by the AU Commission Chairperson to Khartoum, a move that could provide an opportunity to further engage Sudanese authorities on the country's situation and the continent's peace efforts.

The meeting underscores the African Union's continued diplomatic engagement with Sudan as efforts persist to address the conflict and lay the groundwork for national recovery.