The head of Sudan’s military-led Sovereignty Council Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on Thursday confirmed that he had received the credentials of the first US Ambassador to the North African nation in 25 years, John Godfrey.
Burhan affirmed the importance of Khartoum and Washington developing ties and hoped that Godfrey’s appointment would give the relationship between the two capitals a new push.
According to the Sovereignty Council, Godfrey said that he anticipates Sudan would form a civilian-led government soon. The newly appointed diplomat predicted that the government would be formed within the parameters of a comprehensive national dialogue that includes all Sudanese parties.
Furthermore, Godfrey said that his appointment aims at strengthening US relations with the Sudanese people.
In a video posted by the US Embassy in Khartoum on its official Facebook page, Godfrey considered that his arrival in Khartoum reflects his country's commitment to deepening relations between the two countries.
He renewed his call for the Sudanese army to commit to withdrawing from politics as soon as a civilian government is established.
“It is time to establish a credible civilian government, which is an important step that will help Sudan emerge from political and economic crises and enhance cooperation with the US,” Godfrey said in the video message posted by the US Embassy in Khartoum.
“I will work to achieve the aspirations of the Sudanese people to freedom, peace, and justice,” he added.
The US envoy said Washington encourages all actors “to participate in a comprehensive dialogue to establish a new civilian government and restore democratic transition.”
Moreover, Godfrey voiced his optimism toward the Sudanese people’s ability, especially youth, to achieve a better future.
The US diplomat offered his condolences to all the Sudanese affected by the torrential rains.
