Sudanese negotiations begin with the people's liberation army

Sudan's President Omar Hassan al-Bashir has stressed that Sudan will witness a phase of peace, stability and development, noting that people's choice is commitment to peace, giving up violence and fighting.

President al-Bashir renewed his support and backing for the recent agreement signed and for the current round of negotiations which started this Monday in Kenya between the delegation of the Sudanese government and the southern rebels led by John Garang.

The Sudanese president also renewed his authorization to the government's delegation in order to reach a final, just and comprehensive peace. He said that Sudan is strong due to its people and resources, noting that peace means development and ensuring of services and strengthening the social structure.

Worthy mentioning that the second round of negotiations started yesterday in Kenya and will discuss the issue of sharing wealth and authorities and arrangements for the provisional period and security arrangements.

The second round of negotiations between the two sides during which a memorandum of understanding was signed, centered on two main issues: the religion, the state and self determination.