Brussels, 08/02/2011 (Agence Europe) - The EU welcomes and fully respects the final outcome of the referendum on self-determination for Southern Sudan, which resulted in a 98.83% majority in favour of independence for the South (see EUROPE 10305). It also assures the people of Sudan of its support in the transition towards two viable, stable and prosperous states.
“This is a historic moment for Sudan. The European Union (EU) commends the people of Southern Sudan and the Sudanese parties...