Kibaki calls for peace efforts in Sudan, Somalia

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President Kibaki with members of the Global Peace forum/PPS

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 18 - President Mwai Kibaki has urged the international community to help the conflict-ravaged Sudan and Somalia to implement peace deals, in order to restore stability in a region that has been blighted by conflict for decades.

The Head of State, who spoke at the opening of the Global Peace forum in Nairobi, pointed out the need for the international community to support IGAD's efforts towards addressing security concerns in Somalia and to ensure Sudan's peace program is fully implemented.

He said international backing was also vital for Somalia's transitional government, which has failed to exert control over the warlord-infested country.

He observed that over the years, Kenya has been actively engaged in the settlement of disputes involving its neighbours through negotiations, reconciliation and arbitration. Read More