12.09.2025 Denmark's statement for UNSC vote on the renewal of the Sudan sanctions regime mandate

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Thank you, Mr. President,

Let me also thank the US for leading on this negotiation. Denmark voted in favour of this resolution.  We welcome the extension of the sanctions regime in Sudan and its alignment with the mandate of the panel of experts.

For far too long the people of Sudan have suffered while perpetrators have enjoyed impunity. 

We are extremely alarmed by the sustained siege in El Fasher by the RSF, now ongoing for more than 500 days.  Attacks have destroyed critical medical infrastructure, and created a humanitarian catastrophe, while basic social services are overstretched and food insecurity soars.  We strongly condemn attacks on civilians as well as humanitarian personnel and facilities, which have become far too common.

We continue to witness severe human rights and protection crises in Sudan.  Decisive action including immediate and sustained humanitarian pauses, are necessary to prevent atrocity crimes and allow lifesaving assistance to reach those in need. 

The suffering is not confined to Darfur. Fighting in the Kordofans continues to escalate, with a catastrophic toll on civilians and the collapse of essential services. Conflict related sexual violence continues to be wielded as a weapon of war. We welcome the recognition of this scourge in today’s resolution.

Mr. President,

Against this dire backdrop, the arms embargo on Darfur and the whole Sudan sanctions regime, are more important than ever. We urge all parties to the conflict and all Member States to comply fully with the embargo and other measures. We call on states to cooperate promptly and fully with the Panel of Experts and with other efforts to ensure accountability for violations of international law.

Words of condolence and concerns are no longer sufficient.  This Council and the international community must come together and act decisively for peace in Sudan.

Thank you.