The Monocle Daily UK hosts Sudan summit and Lisbon’s Strategic Noise Map
Apr 15, 2025
Elizabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, and journalist Vincent McEavenny discuss the complexities of the Sudan conflict and the UK's diplomatic efforts to promote peace amidst chaos. They explore the ramifications of U.S. funding cuts to universities, highlighting the tension between government policy and academic freedom. Additionally, they dive into the absurdity of recent Algerian-French diplomatic strains and provide insights into urban noise management in Lisbon, contrasting it with the echoes of conflict experienced in war zones.
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Sudan Conflict Neglected by Media
- Conflict in Sudan has been neglected due to difficulty for journalists to access the region and explain the issues effectively.
- Limited media coverage means less public awareness and less international pressure to resolve the conflict.
Aid Only a Band-Aid for Sudan
- Aid provides temporary relief but cannot resolve Sudan's conflict without willingness from warring parties to seek peace.
- The root cause lies in the parties' refusal to compromise, meaning aid acts only as a band-aid.
African Union's Weak Sudan Role
- African Union's role as regional mediator is weak and fragmented, limiting its capacity to enforce peace in Sudan.
- Partition of Sudan by rebel forces could become a de facto solution but risks ongoing division and conflict.