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Indonesian Ambassador to Sudan,  Sunarko  has said that  Indonesia is very concerned about the security situation that occurs in Sudan  and continues to encourage the Government of Sudan to reconcile  in order to achieve a ceasefire and create a safe, stable,  and prosperous government or state of Sudan. Ambassador Sunarko also emphasized Indonesia's willingness to continue to support Sudan in the form of humanitarian assistance that must be  based on  the needs of the community  amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces. Indonesia is also ready to contribute to national reconstruction and development efforts after Sudan achieves political and economic stability.

Besides, Indonesia shows its support by continuing to place its representatives in Sudan, even in the midst of ongoing crises and conflicts. Ambassador Sunarko as quoted by Antara on Tuesday (17/12) pointed out that the existence of the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia or Indonesian representatives is a real support for the Government of Sudan to create and realize peace and stability. 

Amid the crisis,  Ambassador Sunarko sees the most serious challenge faced by the Indonesian Embassy at this time is that both warring parties, the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces  , have not accepted the concept of reconciliation or a permanent ceasefire. This hampers the transition to a more stable, democratic  and civilian-based government.  According to Ambassador Sunarko, until now  both parties are still taking a maximum military approach to seize their respective positions.  Nevertheless, Indonesia continues to strive for economic and development cooperation with Sudan in the midst of ongoing conflict.  The Indonesian Embassy also continues to carry out efforts to provide support and increase cooperation in the economic and trade fields. Although the challenges are quite heavy, the value of trade with Sudan has been relatively good in recent years.