Postponed—A conversation with Sudanese Defense Minister H.E. Yassin Ibrahim Wed, Mar 17, 2021 9:30 AM Sudan’s military faces real security challenges in the midst of fundamental reforms. Hear from Sudan’s minister of defense on the challenges and opportunities of Sudan’s civilian transition and the military’s role. As the global community continues to grapple with the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Atlantic Council is open for business. Our business, meetings, and events, however, are occurring virtually. For more information, please read an update from our President and CEO. The Sudanese Armed Forces have continued to play an active role in Sudan’s governance through the country’s civilian-led transition. However, under the terms of the transitional constitution, the military’s traditional role in the country’s political, economic, and even security affairs is intended to be radically transformed. The signing last year of the Juba Accords, expansion of the ruling Sovereignty Council, and efforts towards greater economic transparency all suggest progress has been made. And yet, with the departure of the UNAMID mission in Darfur, ongoing instability in the country’s conflict-affected areas, and a potential serious outbreak of violence with neighboring Ethiopia, Sudan’s military faces real security challenges in the midst of fundamental reforms.