 On December 5th, the political forces in Sudan and the military signed an agreement to end the coup and to get the political transition back on track. This is the latest. In 2019, nationwide peaceful protests led to the ousting of President Bashir after 30 years in power. From there an agreement was reached between political forces and the military to form a transitional government. That government made important strides to end the economic crisis, negotiate peace and to remove Sudan from the state sponsor of terrorism list. But that progress was disrupted in October 2021 when the military partners arrested the prime minister, cabinet members, suspended the constitution and took over the government. The last 13 months have had a focus on trying to get that transition back on track. In Sudan, USIP is focused on three areas. First, we're seeking to strengthen those on the front lines of peace building and the political transition with skills for non-violence to make change in their communities. Second, we're working to foster discussions about what does security mean, for whom and what does security look like. Particularly to ensure that women participate in discussions and decisions about security in their communities and in their country. Third, we are looking at options to help to implement the peace agreement that was reached previously. The agreement signed on December 5th is a starting point, but many important negotiations and discussions have to continue. First, the conversations need to be broadened. Broader groups of political forces and Sudanese citizens need to have a say in what the renewed political transition will look like. Second, there will need to be important issues agreed and discussed. This includes transitional justice and how to address the crimes that took place during the protests and during the coup period. It also includes discussions about security sector reform and how to dismantle the former regime under Bashir. All of this requires that international partners are aligned and are ready to provide timely politically relevant financial assistance. So the new civilian government has the space it needs to deliver and reach the Sudanese people's aspiration for a country that is anchored in democracy, justice and peace. Thank you.