Juba, October 2, 2026 — The Caretaker Minister of Presidential Affairs Africano Mande Gedima on Friday met with Ethiopia’s Ambassador to South Sudan, Delil Kedir Bushra, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.

Ambassador Kedir said the meeting provided an opportunity for the two sides to exchange views on the current situation in Ethiopia, South Sudan, and the wider region.

 He said the discussions also focused on issues of common interest, particularly peace and security, as the two countries continue to work together on addressing regional challenges.

 Presidential Press Secretary Arek Ajou Deng said the meeting builds on the existing bilateral cooperation and the broader relationship between Juba and Addis Ababa.

 Arek said Ethiopia and other countries in the region, as well as the African continent, have an important role to play as South Sudan prepares for elections.

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