The Office of the President continues to drive the national agenda under the leadership of H.E. President Salva Kiir Mayardit. This latest engagement reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to advancing South Sudan’s developmental and peace objectives as the nation prepares for its upcoming democratic transition.

JUBA, August 17, 2026 — His Excellency, President Salva Kiir Mayardit has renewed South Sudan’s engagement with Sudanese stakeholders as Juba seeks to encourage dialogue and support ongoing efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan.

President Kiir on Monday met with the General Governor of Sudan’s Darfur Region, General Mini Arko Minawi, in Juba for discussions centred on the conflict in Sudan, regional stability and the prospects for renewed political dialogue.

The meeting reflects South Sudan’s continued willingness to draw on its historical experience and established relationships with Sudanese stakeholders in support of dialogue and peaceful efforts to resolve the conflict.

H.E. President Kiir stressed the deep historical, economic and social ties between the two neighbouring countries, underscoring that the fate of Sudan and South Sudan remains closely interconnected.

“Peace in Sudan means peace in South Sudan, and peace in South Sudan also means peace in Sudan.”

The President reaffirmed South Sudan’s readiness to engage all relevant Sudanese stakeholders and use its diplomatic channels to encourage dialogue, reconciliation and a political settlement to the conflict.

The renewed engagement builds on Juba’s previous role in facilitating Sudanese peace efforts, including the Juba Peace Agreement for Sudan, which brought together several Sudanese armed and political movements in an effort to address longstanding conflicts, particularly in Darfur and the Two Areas.

Governor Minawi welcomed South Sudan’s continued engagement, noting that Juba’s geographical proximity, historical relationship with Sudan and extensive political and economic ties position it as an important stakeholder in regional efforts to restore peace.

He also disclosed that a Sudanese committee is expected to travel to Juba soon to review the implementation of the Juba Peace Agreement.

The planned review will provide an opportunity to assess progress achieved under the agreement, identify outstanding issues and explore ways of strengthening its implementation in light of the current conflict.

The engagement with Minawi is expected to form part of a broader diplomatic effort by South Sudan to reach out to different Sudanese constituencies, encourage dialogue and rebuild confidence among the parties.

For Juba, the current engagement provides an opportunity to draw on the experience of the earlier Juba peace process and, where appropriate, support renewed space for inclusive Sudanese-led dialogue.

South Sudan’s renewed engagement comes at a critical moment for Sudan, where continued fighting has deepened humanitarian suffering, displaced millions and threatened the stability of the wider region.

By maintaining its engagement with Sudanese stakeholders, Juba is seeking to contribute, as a neighbouring country, to efforts that can create conditions for dialogue and a peaceful political path for Sudan.

The renewed initiative reflects President Kiir’s conviction that lasting peace in Sudan is inseparable from the security, stability and prosperity of South Sudan and the wider region.

— Analysis and additional reporting by Juba Global News Network.