Russia to Open Embassy in Juba: A New Chapter in South Sudan–Russia Relations

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‎ ‎In a significant diplomatic move, the Russian Federation is preparing to open its embassy in South Sudan between September and October 2025, marking a major milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two nations. ‎ ‎The news was confirmed by South Sudan’s Ambassador to Russia, Chol Tong Mayay, during a farewell event for a South Sudanese ICT delegation that recently attended the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025). ‎ ‎A Long-Awaited Diplomatic Presence ‎The planned opening of a Russian embassy in Juba is seen as a long-overdue development in South Sudan-Russia relations.  ‎ ‎Since South Sudan gained independence in 2011, Russia has maintained diplomatic accreditation to Juba from its embassy in Khartoum.  ‎ ‎The establishment of a permanent diplomatic mission in the South Sudanese capital is expected to significantly boost cooperation, streamline consular services, and facilitate more direct political, economic, and cultural exchanges....

President Salva Kiir Mayardiit to host the meeting of Sudanese political leaders in Juba next week.

File: President Kiir and Ambassador Malik. 


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South Sudan, President Salva Kiir Mayardiit said that, he is willing and ready to host a meeting between the Sudanese political leaders in South Sudan next week. 


President Kiir, made the remarks after being briefed by the Deputy Chairman of Sudan's Sovereign Council Malik Agar Eyre on the latest developments in Sudan. 


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Tut Gatluak Manime, the presidential advisor on National Security Affairs said that, the leaders from Sudan will also review the Juba Peace Agreement while forging a common understanding to resolve the current conflict in Sudan. 


Sudanese Ambassador to South Sudan, Hon. Jamal Malik, thanked president Kiir for his unwavering support in search for peace and stability in Sudan. 


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Finally, president Kiir, appealed to the warring parties in Sudan to end the bloody on going conflict through a peaceful dialogue. 

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