{"id":71227,"date":"2026-08-19T14:10:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T14:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=71227"},"modified":"2026-11-06T17:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T17:53:45","slug":"president-kiir-meets-peace-advisor-charleman-to-strengthen-peace-efforts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=71227","title":{"rendered":"President Kiir Meets Peace Advisor Charleman to Strengthen Peace Efforts"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\np.has-drop-cap:first-letter {\n    font-size: 3.2em !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    float: left !important;\n    line-height: 0.85 !important;\n    margin-right: 10px !important;\n    margin-top: 3px !important;\n    margin-bottom: -2px !important;\n    color: #DC2626 !important;\n    font-family: \"Georgia\", \"Times New Roman\", serif !important;\n    text-shadow: 1px 1px 1px rgba(0,0,0,0.1) !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<p>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&#8217;s ongoing commitment to advancing South Sudan&#8217;s developmental and peace objectives as the nation prepares for its upcoming democratic transition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\"><span>JUBA, August 19, 2026 &mdash; President of the Republic, His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit, has met with Presidential Advisor for Peace Peter Charleman Cawach to discuss peacebuilding, national unity and the ongoing efforts to advance stability in South Sudan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The meeting focused particularly on strengthening peace initiatives and ensuring that the country&rsquo;s peace efforts move in step with preparations for the December 2026 General Elections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>His Excellency, President Kiir commended the Peace Advisor for the plans he has put forward, stressing that peace must remain at the centre of the country&rsquo;s political journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>The President emphasised the importance of promoting constructive dialogue, responsible political engagement, and the right conversations among South Sudanese at this critical time so that the country can move forward in peace and unity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>H.E. President Kiir expressed his support for the Peace Advisor&rsquo;s initiatives and gave his blessing for him to proceed with the planned engagements aimed at strengthening peace, reconciliation, and national cohesion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Speaking to the press, Charleman reaffirmed the government&rsquo;s commitment to peace and unity and called on South Sudanese to embrace one another and work together in the interest of the nation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>&ldquo;The first priority for the country is to promote peace and unity,&rdquo; Charleman said.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Appointed Presidential Advisor for Peace in March 2026, Charleman is tasked with providing guidance on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and national unity while supporting dialogue, reconciliation, and engagements that contribute to lasting peace and stability.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u2014 Analysis and additional reporting by Juba Global News Network.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"margin:30px 0; padding:20px; background:linear-gradient(135deg, #1e3a5f, #0f172a); border-radius:8px; text-align:center;\">\n<p style=\"color:white; font-size:16px; margin-bottom:15px;\"><strong>Stay Connected with Juba Global News Network<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex; gap:12px; justify-content:center; flex-wrap:wrap;\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@jubaglobal\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:inline-block; padding:12px 24px; background:#DC2626; color:white; text-decoration:none; border-radius:6px; font-weight:600;\">\u25b6 Subscribe on YouTube<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jubaglobal\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:inline-block; padding:12px 24px; background:#1E40AF; color:white; text-decoration:none; border-radius:6px; font-weight:600;\">\ud83d\udc4d Follow on Facebook<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color:#aaa; font-size:12px; margin-top:15px;\">#JubaGlobal #SouthSudan #OfficeOfThePresident<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Office of the President continues to drive the national agenda under the leadership of H.E. 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