SUDAN REPORT from the Enough Project: 'A Peace Process Play-by-Play'

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --  The Enough Project at the Center for American Progress today released a new report, “A Peace Process Play-by-Play,” highlighting the risks and potential rewards of the preliminary peace agreement reached between the government of Sudan and the rebel group Justice and Equality Movement (JEM). The report gives particular consideration to the strategic concerns of key players to the talks.

 The report is available here: http://www.enoughproject.org/Darfur-Peace-Process

John Norris, Executive Director of the Enough Project, noted, “Everyone wants to see these peace talks succeed, but the list of failed agreements in Sudan is long, so enthusiasm must be tempered with realism. It is essential that any deal include practical arrangements to monitor the implementation of these agreements and take appropriate actions when violations occur. It is also vital that agreements reflect the input and interests of Darfuri civil society, not just the views of military commanders. Whether the tactical interests of those at the negotiations can be converted into a viable and comprehensive peace for Darfur remains an open question at this hour.”

John Prendergast, Co-founder of the Enough Project, commented, "The emerging process is driven by President Bashir's quest for legitimacy through the upcoming elections, by the end of support from Chad to Darfur's rebels, and by a desire to end the divisions among the Islamists in northern Sudan as they prepare for the possible independence of the South. These motivations do not ensure long-term peace, but rather threaten to undermine the needs of the Darfuri displaced and to increase the prospects for a return to North-South war as Darfur is temporarily muzzled."

Enough is a project of the Center for American Progress to end genocide and crimes against humanity. Founded in 2007, Enough focuses on crises in Sudan, eastern Congo, Somalia, and areas affected by the Lord’s Resistance Army. Enough’s strategy papers and briefings provide sharp field analysis and targeted policy recommendations based on a “3P” crisis response strategy: promoting durable peace, providing civilian protection, and punishing perpetrators of atrocities. Enough works with concerned citizens, advocates, and policy makers to prevent, mitigate, and resolve these crises. For more information, please visit www.enoughproject.org. To schedule an interview, please contact Eileen White Read, 202-641-0779, [email protected].

SOURCE Center for American Progress