Sudan Cabinet Reviews Plans for Returns to Khartoum and Social Peace Measures

The Cabinet of Sudan held its regular meeting in Khartoum on Sunday under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Kamil Idris. AllAfrica reported that the ministers received updates on community reconciliation, citizen returns to the capital, airport rehabilitation, and electricity supply.

Minister of Culture, Information and Tourism Khalid Al-Eiser told reporters after the session that the Cabinet reviewed a briefing from the Chairman of the Higher Council for Social Peace, Al-Nour Elsheikh Al-Nour, on efforts to address the social repercussions of the war.

The Cabinet stressed the need to counter attempts to undermine Sudan's social fabric and to support community peace. The ministers welcomed the Charter for Reconciliation and Peaceful Coexistence signed on Saturday between the communities of Sennar State.

They praised the Higher Council for Social Peace and paid tribute to community leaders, native administration leaders, Sufi religious leaders, and other figures who contributed to the reconciliation process.

The Cabinet also received a briefing from Foreign Minister Ambassador Mohieddin Salem on his recent visits to several countries, including Switzerland, where he presented Sudan's positions on security, stability, humanitarian assistance, and peace efforts.

It reviewed a report by Khartoum State Wali Ahmed Othman Hamza on the Higher Committee for Preparing the Conditions for Citizens' Return to Khartoum State. The report detailed subcommittee activities, progress achieved, and improvements in public services across the capital.

The Cabinet discussed the military presence in Khartoum and measures to strengthen security and consolidate peace and stability in the state. It also examined the role of mosque imams in promoting peace, combating hate speech, and strengthening national unity.

The ministers received a report from Director General of Sudan Airports Company Lieutenant General Sir Al-Khatim Babiker Al-Tayeb on airport operations, rehabilitation, and development, particularly at Khartoum International Airport.

The facility has recorded a significant increase in capacity and returning passengers under the voluntary return program. The Cabinet emphasized the need to expand electricity supply across Khartoum. Minister of Energy Engineer Al-Mu'tasim Ibrahim assured citizens that coverage would be expanded throughout Khartoum State in the coming period.