Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the situation in Sao Tome and Principe

The Secretary-General commends in particular the efforts deployed by regional leaders and considers in this regard that the positive outcome of the crisis in Sao Tomé and Principe reflects not only the will of African States to work together toward the settlement of crises affecting countries on the continent but also their determination to promote and safeguard democracy. The Secretary-General urges the Head of State, political leaders and the people of Sao Tomé and Principe as whole to implement the provisions of the Peace Accord in a peaceful and consensual manner.