Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the Arusha Agreement

The Secretary-General welcomes the Agreement on the Reunification of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) signed by the South Sudanese parties, in Arusha, Tanzania, on 21 January 2015.  He calls for its immediate implementation, particularly the recommitment of President Salva Kiir and Dr. Riek Machar to respect the cessation of hostilities agreement, and encourages the signatories to resolve the leadership issues of the SPLM.

The Secretary-General reminds the parties that time is running out. He urges them to use the opportunity of the forthcoming IGAD Summit to reach a final agreement on the end to the conflict, including a power-sharing formula and measures to address its root causes and ensure accountability.