VOL. XLV

No 43

28-October-2002

SUDAN

Bush Signs Sudan Peace Act

US President George W Bush signed into law the Sudan Peace Act (SPA) on 21 October, marking a new phase in diplomatic efforts to pressure the Sudanese Government to achieve a lasting peace settlement. This act demonstrates the clear resolve of the US to promote a lasting, just peace, human rights and freedom from persecution for the people of Sudan, President Bush said in a statement after signing the bill. The SPA requires the...