UNMIS
United Nations Mission in Sudan
UNMIS
United Nations Mission in Sudan

Closure of UNMIS

The United Nation Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) concluded its mandate on 9 July 2011, coinciding with South Sudan’s independence, transitioning to the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) to support the new nation’s stability and development.

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Press Conference with Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sudan and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Manuel Aranda da Silva, and Deputy Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for southern Sudan, Mr. David Gressly

  • 23 May 2007

United Nations Mission in Sudan

The United Nations Mission in the Sudan (UNMIS) was established on 24 March 2005 to support implementation of the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement, provide humanitarian assistance, and the protection and promotion of human rights.