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U.S., China, Germany, Egypt, Armenia recognize South Sudan independence
July 9, 2011 - 18:24 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net - On July 9, U.S. President Barack Obama formally
recognized the world's newest nation: South Sudan, forged from decades
of civil war.
"A proud flag flies over Juba and the map of the world has been
redrawn," Obama said in a statement, later adding: "Together, we can
ensure that today marks another step forward in Africa's long journey
toward opportunity, democracy and justice."
Obama's statement came immediately after a formal ceremony in Juba,
the capital of South Sudan.
China, Germany, Egypt, Armenia followed the U.S. suit in recognizing
the independence of the republic.
According to Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, proclamation
of South Sudan independence illustrates the principle of peoples'
right for self-determination, proving civilized way for conflict
settlement possible.
July 9, 2011 - 18:24 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net - On July 9, U.S. President Barack Obama formally
recognized the world's newest nation: South Sudan, forged from decades
of civil war.
"A proud flag flies over Juba and the map of the world has been
redrawn," Obama said in a statement, later adding: "Together, we can
ensure that today marks another step forward in Africa's long journey
toward opportunity, democracy and justice."
Obama's statement came immediately after a formal ceremony in Juba,
the capital of South Sudan.
China, Germany, Egypt, Armenia followed the U.S. suit in recognizing
the independence of the republic.
According to Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, proclamation
of South Sudan independence illustrates the principle of peoples'
right for self-determination, proving civilized way for conflict
settlement possible.