×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

South Sudanese president urges removal of sanctions, arms embargo

Rt. Hon. RAILA Odinga has this Afternoon held talks with South Sudan President Salva Kirr in Juba, concerning situation in the Country. [FILE/Standard]

South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Wednesday called for the lifting of sanctions and arms embargo imposed following the outbreak of a conflict in December 2013.

Speaking during the opening of the Revitalized Transitional National Legislative Assembly in Juba, capital of South Sudan, Kiir said the sanctions and arms embargo are hindering progress and security reform.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Uncover the stories others won't tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902
Support Independent Journalism

Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.

Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment. At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate, factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the pursuit of credible journalism.

Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payment Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902