 UN peacekeeping force in Abyei, Sudan (Photo: AFP/VNA) |
He called on Sudan and South Sudan to strengthen coordination with the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) in COVID-19 response, and praised the efforts of UNISFA, especially the participation of its female forces in protecting civilians. He also voiced his support for extending the UNISFA mandate, as recommended by the UN Secretary-General.