Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to South Sudan

This notice continues for one year the national emergency declared by Executive Order 13664 on April 3, 2014, regarding South Sudan. The continuation maintains sanctions and related authorities based on ongoing threats to peace, security, and stability in South Sudan and the region.

Federal Register Open PDF 91 FR 15513

Impact dates

Apr 3, 2027
Continued national emergency expires unless extended again
Apr 3, 2026
National emergency would expire without continuation

Key directives

Continue national emergency declared in Executive Order 13664 for 1 year beyond April 3, 2026
Publish notice in Federal Register
Transmit notice to Congress

Timeline

Immediate

Continuation of national emergency takes effect upon notice publication
Sanctions authorities under IEEPA remain active

Near term (90d)

Annual congressional notification completed
Federal Register publication

Long term

Emergency authority available through April 3, 2027, unless terminated or extended again
Potential for further sanctions designations or enforcement actions

Risks & tensions

Long-running emergency (12+ years) with no clear path to termination
Humanitarian operations may face continued compliance burdens from sanctions