The United States mission in South Sudan has renewed its call for the Transitional Government of National Unity to return to meaningful dialogue, stressing that inclusive political engagement remains essential for lasting peace.

In a recent statement, the U.S. Embassy reaffirmed its position on the country’s planned elections, noting that elections could represent a positive step toward peace and accountability. However, it emphasised that any electoral process must be preceded by the creation of a stable and conducive environment to ensure that elections are peaceful, credible, and contribute to a sustainable and orderly transfer of power.

The Embassy called for the immediate resumption of effective dialogue among the parties to the 2018 Revitalised Peace Agreement, which was signed in Khartoum under the supervision of international guarantors. It highlighted that genuine dialogue cannot take place while key opposition figures remain detained, including Riek Machar, leader of the SPLA-IO, who is currently facing legal proceedings.

Furthermore, the U.S. mission underscored that the responsibility for organising elections rests primarily with the transitional government. This includes financing the electoral process, maintaining public services, and ensuring the timely payment of government salaries. The statement added that future support from the United States and international partners, including the United Nations, will depend on whether the government demonstrates a genuine commitment and allocates sufficient resources toward credible election preparations.

The Embassy also clarified that the United States is not seeking to impose any ideological changes on South Sudan. Instead, it reiterated that its position is focused on promoting peace, encouraging responsible management of national resources, and reducing financial dependency.