Sudanese Foreign Minister Absence: Al-Burhan Tours Mystery
- Questions have increased within Sudanese political circles regarding the recent absence of Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salem from prominent official activities,drawing attention to his health condition and the timing...
- Informed sources report that Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salem traveled to Bangkok, Thailand, with his wife in recent days to undergo medical examinations related to a health issue.
- Salem was absent from accompanying the Chairman of the Sovereignty council, Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-burhan, on recent visits to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Sudanese Foreign Minister mohieldin Salem Undergoes Medical Evaluations in Bangkok
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Updated December 20,2025,07:08:30 AM EST
minister’s Absence Raises Questions
Questions have increased within Sudanese political circles regarding the recent absence of Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salem from prominent official activities,drawing attention to his health condition and the timing of his appointment. Salem’s absence sparked speculation as his role in key diplomatic efforts was temporarily filled by other officials.
Medical Trip to Thailand
Informed sources report that Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohieldin Salem traveled to Bangkok, Thailand, with his wife in recent days to undergo medical examinations related to a health issue. The specifics of the health problem have not been publicly disclosed.
Recent Diplomatic Trips and Depiction
Salem was absent from accompanying the Chairman of the Sovereignty council, Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-burhan, on recent visits to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Egypt. During these trips, Muawiya Othman, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented the Ministry, and no official description was provided for Salem’s absence.
Ministerial Changes
Mohieldin Salem was appointed to the position of Foreign Minister in September, succeeding Ambassador Ali Youssef, who was dismissed less than three months after assuming the role. Prior to Salem’s appointment, Ambassador Omar Siddiq served as Minister of State and Foreign Minister-designate but resigned following Salem’s selection.