Open AccessRestructuring state power in Sudan
Author(s) -
Andrew Tchie,
Hamid E. Ali
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
the economics of peace and security journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.181
H-Index - 1
ISSN - 1749-852X
DOI - 10.15355/epsj.16.1.41
Subject(s) - restructuring , state (computer science) , democracy , government (linguistics) , power (physics) , structural adjustment , power sharing , political science , economic system , control (management) , security sector reform , political economy , development economics , economics , economic growth , business , law , politics , management , linguistics , philosophy , physics , algorithm , quantum mechanics , computer science
Developing post-conflict economic policies in Sudan remains a significant challenge for the Sudanese transitional government and the international community. This article argues that understanding the conflict, its costs and the progress made during the current peace agreement are essential for advancing policy reforms in Sudan. The Sudanese transitional government has attempted to implement reforms, but little progress has been made because the civilian elements operate outside of the existing state power. The previous regimes policies sustained conflict(s) through both passive and active enablement of the Sudanese security forces, which means that the restructuring of state power is essential to place Sudan on the right course towards sustained democracy. This article posits that addressing structural reforms in Sudan means establishing control over the economy, defense, and security sectors.