This protocol provides for the resolution of the conflict in the Abyei area through the self-administration of the Abyei area during a six-year interim period to be followed by a referendum on the political future of the area.

The purpose of the agreement is to establish a joint preparatory commission composed of three representatives of each of the parties to (i) determine the items to be on the agenda of general conference of all representatives of Darfur to discuss the political, economic and social situation of the Darfur (Conference); (ii) determine the participation of the Conference; (iii) determine the date and venue of the Conference; (iv) discuss and agree on the security measures related to the organization of the Conference with the assistance of the mediation; and (v) ensure the follow-up of the impl

This agreement establishes the cessation of hostilities between the parties and proclaims a 45 days ceasefire. The parties shall stop any military action or any kind of hostile act, and free all the prisoners of war. The parties shall also facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance in Darfur. The agreement also calls for the creation of a Ceasefire Commission to monitor implementation of the agreement.