Sudan: Tom Perriello Appointed U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan; Godfrey Departs as Ambassador

[State Department] Washington, DC -- Today I am announcing the appointment of Tom Perriello as U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan. In this role, Special Envoy Perriello will coordinate the U.S. policy on Sudan and advance our efforts to end the hostilities, secure unhindered humanitarian access, and support the Sudanese people as they seek to fulfill their aspirations for freedom, peace, and justice.