UNMIS
United Nations Mission in Sudan

Closure of UNMIS

The United Nation Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) concluded its mandate on 9 July 2011, coinciding with South Sudan’s independence, transitioning to the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to support the new nation’s stability and development.

18 Jan. - Statement to the UN Security Council by UNMIS SRSG, Haile Menkerios

Mr President, Your Excellencies Members of the Council, Ladies and Gentlemen, Last week's peaceful conclusion of polling for the Southern Sudan referendum marked a historic milestone in the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. This is a testament of the commitment of two Parties to the agreement they signed six years ago, and an illustration of their strategic decision to uphold the CPA as they approach the final and decisive stages of its implementation.

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