Al-Burhan's visit to Cairo: timetable and implications – The face of truth – ✍️ Ibrahim Shaqlawi
Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, Chairman of the Sudanese Sovereignty Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Army, will pay an official visit to the Egyptian capital, Cairo, tomorrow Monday. The visit strengthens bilateral relations between the two countries and discusses common issues. In this article, we try to review the most important questions that the visit is likely to address in an attempt to read the implications based on the context of the events. in Sudan, the Arab region and the Horn of Africa. It is also important to take into account the situation on the ground of the Sudanese army on all axes and on all combat fronts, because recent days have witnessed a clear superiority of the army, thanks to which she regained a number of leadership positions in Sennar State and crossed bridges. in the heart of Khartoum, in addition to the impressive progress made in the Darfur axis.
Furthermore, there is clear international and regional commitment to the importance of ending the war in Sudan, given the rapid changes in the Middle East and the Horn of Africa that require reorganizing the capabilities of the Sudanese army to face potential challenges, in addition to containing the repercussions of the Sudanese war on neighboring countries. We must also take into consideration the successive visits to Cairo made last week by the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. These visits included in their agenda the importance of ending the war in Sudan.
Recently, after the horrific attacks against the citizens of East Al-Jazeera and Darfur by the aggressive militias, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the League of Arab States, the Union European Union, the United States of America and a number of brotherly and friendly countries, in addition to the humanitarian and human rights organizations affiliated with the United Nations, Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, and a number of Religious leaders issued statements condemning the attacks.
This step has been described by observers as influential and unprecedented. These reactions of support for the government's position could prompt President Al-Burhan to ask Egypt to play a role in accelerating the procedures for classifying the militia as a terrorist organization, given the political and diplomatic weight that the Egypt represents at regional and international levels. This is the first issue expected to be discussed between the two sides, as observers believe the classification will significantly affect the militia's ability to prosecute the war. In addition, all his supporters, from regional and international parties and even internal parties who support him through political and media coverage, can raise their hands against him for fear of legal action.
Among the files that President Al-Burhan is expected to discuss with President Sissi is also the file of the formation of the Sudanese government, the characteristics of which have begun to appear at the level of service institutions, relying on national skills in the framework of the new vision approved by the Sudanese Sovereignty Council in appointments to state leadership positions according to the qualifications mentioned in the announcements followed by the Sudanese through the media. In the past, these jobs were subject to quotas or indiscriminate appointments, costing the country dearly by wasting resources. and waste time.
The importance of this file comes from ensuring the mobilization of support and support for the next government, given President Sissi's previous statements that Egypt will do everything possible to end the conflict in Sudan and will work to form a government in cooperation with Sudanese leaders. He stressed that Egypt does not interfere in the conflict in Sudan, but seeks to calm the situation, helping the Sudanese to restore security and stability. achieve peace.
Another important file is the file on the conditions of Sudanese residents in Egypt, which reflects the extensive historical ties that unite the two countries, as evidenced by the Egyptian role in welcoming Sudanese citizens and alleviating their suffering, including the more important is education, which faces great challenges that must be addressed, in addition to therapeutic services. The importance of reopening entry visas to Egypt is also highlighted, as large numbers of Sudanese remained crowded at crossing points in an attempt to enter for education and treatment, while complying with all requirements approved by the Egyptian government in previous periods.
It is also expected that the discussion will include the Nile water file and joint projects, as the two countries' views coincide regarding the Renaissance Dam and the Nile Water Commission. There is also the matter of commercial relations and export flows between the two countries, which the Rapid Support militia attempted to hinder by announcing the cessation of exports of agricultural and animal products from areas under its control in Darfur. , but the Sudanese government is capable of overcoming this problem and will send the necessary assurances to the Egyptian side in this regard.
These files are considered, according to “The Face of Truth”, as important in resolving Sudanese affairs with regard to the restoration of security, the establishment of peace for the Sudanese and the transition to the post-war phase. . strengthen bilateral relations and achieve stability, security and peace in the region. International parties should also support efforts and cooperate with Sudan and Egypt to achieve common goals and ensure stability.
May you always be well.
Sunday November 3, 2024 AD.
