Sudan’s ruling party, its capabilities and political implications.
President Omar al-Bashir has been in power for 27 years, supported by the National Congress Party (NCP) and its predecessor, the National Islamic Front (NIF). Following the completion last year of a 'national dialogue', the government is ostensibly due to form a new cabinet this year. While some breakaway or new political parties cooperate with the NCP, the core Sudanese opposition parties -- long-standing and newer ones -- continue to oppose the government; some boycotted the national dialogue.
The national security apparatus will maintain tight controls on Sudanese activists and media.
The government will look to Arab allies for further budgetary assistance.
New anti-government protests and strikes remain a risk.
