Moscow – Russia reaffirmed its support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and state institutions during political consultations held in Moscow on Tuesday, as the two countries discussed ways to strengthen political, economic and cultural cooperation.
The talks took place during the 11th session of the Sudan-Russia Political Consultation Committee and were led by Sudan’s Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Muawia Osman Khalid, and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko.
According to Sudan’s Foreign Ministry, the discussions covered bilateral relations, regional and international developments, and coordination between Khartoum and Moscow in international forums.
The Sudanese delegation briefed Russian officials on developments in the country, including what it described as military advances by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), government efforts to restore stability and preparations for a future political transition and elections.
The meeting comes as Sudan seeks to expand international partnerships and mobilize support for reconstruction efforts after more than three years of war that have devastated infrastructure, disrupted public services and displaced millions of people.
Sudanese officials stressed the importance of strengthening political contacts and economic cooperation with Russia, particularly in areas related to reconstruction and investment.
They also emphasized continued coordination and mutual support within international organizations amid ongoing political and economic challenges facing Sudan.
For his part, Borisenko described Sudan as an important Russian partner in Africa and the Middle East and praised the level of political dialogue between the two countries.
He reaffirmed Moscow’s support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and what he described as its legitimate state institutions, including the Transitional Sovereignty Council, the Council of Ministers and other state bodies.
The two sides also reviewed progress on agreements reached through the Sudan-Russia Joint Ministerial Committee, including projects in transport, infrastructure, energy and agriculture, as well as scientific and cultural cooperation.
Russia announced a 30% increase in scholarships for Sudanese students beginning next year, raising the total number of scholarships to 140, with the possibility of further increases in the future.
Sudan and Russia have maintained diplomatic relations for more than seven decades, while cooperation between the two countries has expanded in recent years across political, economic and regional issues.
