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Sudan has terminated a $6 billion agreement with the United Arab Emirates to develop a new Red Sea port.
The decision comes as tensions rise between the two nations.Sudan accuses the UAE of supporting the Rapid Support Forces in the ongoing conflict.
Finance Minister Gibril Ibrahim announced the cancellation on November 3, 2024, in Port Sudan.He stated that Sudan would not cede a single centimeter of its coastline to the UAE.
The move signals a shift in Sudans foreign policy and economic strategy.The cancelled project, known as Abu Amama Port, was part of a larger investment package.
It included a free trade zone and an agricultural project.The deal also promised a $300 million deposit to Sudans central bank.
Sudan signed the agreement in December 2022 with AD Ports Group and Invictus Investment.Sudan Severs Ties with UAE: Red Sea Port Deal Cancelled Amid Conflict Allegations.
(Photo Internet reproduction)The port was to be located 200 km north of Port Sudan.
It aimed to boost Sudans trade capabilities and economic growth.The cancellation reflects growing concerns over foreign influence in Sudans affairs.
It also highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.Sudans Sovereignty and Regional DynamicsSudan seeks to assert its sovereignty amid ongoing internal conflicts.
The UAEs alleged support for the Rapid Support Forces has strained relations.The paramilitary group has been fighting government forces since April 2023.
This conflict has caused significant humanitarian crises and political instability.Sudans decision may impact its relationships with other regional powers.
Countries like Saudi Arabia and Egypt also have interests in the Red Sea.
The move could reshape alliances and power dynamics in the area.The cancellation may pose economic challenges for Sudan.
The country faces high inflation, currency devaluation, and rising prices.However, it also opens opportunities for local development and job creation.
Residents of eastern Sudan have welcomed the decision.They hope for investments that prioritize local benefits over large-scale foreign projects.
This sentiment reflects a desire for economic autonomy and sustainable development.Sudans government now faces the task of balancing national interests with international relations.
It must address the humanitarian crisis while maintaining its sovereignty.The countrys approach to foreign investments may shift in light of these events.
The situation underscores the delicate balance between economic growth and national security.Sudans leaders must navigate these challenges while working towards stability and prosperity.
The coming months will reveal the long-term impacts of this decision on Sudans future.





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