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....
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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit Reshuffles Key Leadership Positions in South Sudan, Appoints New Governor for Western Bahr el Ghazal

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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit has made significant changes to South Sudan's government leadership. Philip Thon Juarwel, appointed as Undersecretary in the Ministry of Roads and Bridges in August, has been removed from his position. 

Alongside this decision, President Kiir also dismissed the governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal state. 

President Salva Kiir has dismissed Sarah Cleto Rial as the Governor of Western Bahr el Ghazal and appointed Emmanuel Wol Okello to take her place. 

This decision reflects another change in South Sudan's leadership under Kiir's administration. No official reasons have been released for Cleto's removal, and it's unclear how this shift might affect the political dynamics and governance in Western Bahr el Ghazal. 

Emmanuel Okello now steps into the role, bringing his own agenda and vision for the region amid South Sudan's ongoing political challenges.

The reasons for these dismissals have not been disclosed, and further information on the appointments or replacements is awaited.



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