Latest: US reiterates its disappointment over 100-days extension, vows to ‘re-evaluate’ its ties with South Sudan
The President of the United States of America, Donald J. Trump, speaking at the White House (photo credit:supplied)
Nov 14th, 2019 (SSNN)-The US government has issued a strong-worded statement, expressing its “deep disappointment” with the recent extension of the 100-day pre-transitional period, by South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit and opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar Teny, during a Tripartite Summit organized by the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) under the auspices of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
“The United States is gravely disappointed with the failure of President Salva Kiir and Dr. Riek Machar to agree on the formation of a Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity by the established deadline of November 12,” said US Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Tibor Nagy.
In an official press release released on Wednesday, the United States noted that the extension of the pre-transitional period is a clear indication that South Sudan’s leaders lack political will and this also demonstrates their inability to lead the nation.
“Their inability to achieve this basic demonstration of political will for the people of South Sudan calls into question their suitability to continue to lead the nation’s peace process,” he added.
The United States said it would be compelled to take tough measures against South Sudan leaders who are undermining the speedy implementation of the peace accord.
“In light of this development, the United States will reevaluate its relationship with the Government of South Sudan. We will work bilaterally and with the international community to take action against all those impeding South Sudan’s peace process.”
The US official said his government plans to join forces with the international community and the region to bring peace and stability to South Sudan.
“The United States looks to work in partnership with the region to establish a new paradigm to achieve peace and a successful political transition in South Sudan and will continue to stand with the people of South Sudan during this difficult period.”
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