President Kiir Considers Egypt’s Bid for AU Deputy Chairperson Position

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This meeting underscores the strengthening diplomatic ties between South Sudan and Egypt, as well as their shared commitment to advancing the African Union's objectives.  President Salva Kiir's reception of Dr. Hanan Morsy's candidacy highlights South Sudan's active role in regional affairs and its support for inclusive leadership within the AU Commission. Dr. Morsy's focus on diversity, inclusivity, and global outreach aligns with the AU's vision for transformative leadership, making her candidacy significant as member states prepare for the upcoming elections in February.  The exchange of goodwill messages between President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and President Kiir further cements the growing cooperation between the two nations.
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President Salva Kiir Mayardit travels to New York for the United Nations General Assembly

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File: President Kiir Jets off to New-York for the UN General Assembly. 


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President Salva Kiir Mayardit has traveled to New York, United States of America to participate in the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. 


The Summit agenda, “Rebuilding trust and reigniting global solidarity: Accelerating action on the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals towards peace, prosperity, progress and sustainability for all”.


Speaking to reporters Presidential Affairs Minister Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin said President Kiir will address the UN General assembly on the status of the implementation of the peace agreement and the steps the country is undertaking to prepare for 2024 general elections.


While in the United States, Kiir will highlight the crisis in Sudan and stress his role on how he will resolve the current crisis in the Sudan.  


The President will also discuss regional issues related to the East African Community and the role South Sudan is playing in the region to promote peace and stability. 


The President was seen off at Juba International Airport by the First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar Teny and other senior government officials.


The first session of the UN General Assembly will begin on Tuesday 19 September 2023, and all the world leaders will be in attendance. 


The UN General Assembly, serves as a rallying cry to recharge momentum, for world leaders to come together, to reflect on where we stand and resolve to do more.

 

The UN General Assembly debate is a moment for world leaders to recommit to a vision of the future that ensures no one is left behind.


The work of the United Nations General Assembly covers five main areas:

Maintain International Peace and Security.

  • Protect Human Rights.
  • Deliver Humanitarian Aid.
  • Support Sustainable Development and Climate Action.
  • Uphold International Law.

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