Kamil al-Taib Idris (Sudanese Politician) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Politician
Nationality	Sudanese
Date of Birth	26/08/1954
Age	71 years
Birthplace	Omdurman, Sudan

Latest News about Kamil al-Taib Idris

29/07/2025

The African Union's Peace and Security Council reiterated its recognition of the Transitional Sovereignty Council and the transitional civilian government led by Prime Minister Kamil Idris as the two legitimate authorities in Sudan, reinforcing international support for the civilian-led administration.

31/05/2025

Kamil al-Taib Idris was formally appointed as Prime Minister of Sudan by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, following his initial appointment on 19 May 2025. This marked the formation of the internationally recognized transitional civilian government in Sudan, welcomed by the United Nations, African Union, and regional bodies as the country continued its civil war with the Rapid Support Forces.

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Content	Kamil al-Taib Idris is a prominent Sudanese politician and career diplomat known for his influential roles in international law and intellectual property. He served as Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) from 1997 to 2008 and held various positions in Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In May 2025, he was appointed Prime Minister of Sudan by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to lead a transitional civilian government following the country's civil war.

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Kamil al-Taib Idris is a prominent Sudanese politician and career diplomat known for his influential roles in international law and intellectual property. He served as Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) from 1997 to 2008 and held various positions in Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In May 2025, he was appointed Prime Minister of Sudan by army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to lead a transitional civilian government following the country's civil war.

Physical Stats & More

Height	5' 7" (171 cm)
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Educational Qualification(s)

Qualifications	Bachelor of Law (LLB) from Khartoum University, Sudan Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Cairo University, Egypt Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Cairo University, Egypt Master's in International Law and International Affairs from Ohio University, United States Doctorate in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International Studies at the University of Geneva, Switzerland Ph.D. in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International Studies at the University of Geneva, Switzerland

Qualifications

Bachelor of Law (LLB) from Khartoum University, Sudan
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Cairo University, Egypt
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Cairo University, Egypt
Master's in International Law and International Affairs from Ohio University, United States
Doctorate in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International Studies at the University of Geneva, Switzerland
Ph.D. in International Law from the Graduate Institute of International Studies at the University of Geneva, Switzerland

Personal Life

Hobby	Reading

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married

Family

Father	Eltayeb Idris
Spouse	Azza Mohyeldeen Ahmed

Career

Highlights	Former career diplomat with various roles including Sudanese foreign affairs minister. Joined WIPO on 30 December 1982 and was Director General from 1997 to 2008. Played a crucial role in promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation. In 2010, he ran as an independent candidate for President of Sudan. Appointed by army chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan to lead a transitional government in May 2025. Joined the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on 30 December 1982. Served as Director General of WIPO from 1997 to 2008, promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation. Served as Secretary-General of the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants. Member of the UN International Law Commission for two terms. Held various roles in Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served as Khartoum's permanent representative to the United Nations. Appointed Prime Minister of Sudan by army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on 19 May 2025, formally taking office on 31 May 2025. Leading the internationally recognized transitional civilian government of Sudan.

Highlights

Former career diplomat with various roles including Sudanese foreign affairs minister.
Joined WIPO on 30 December 1982 and was Director General from 1997 to 2008.
Played a crucial role in promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation.
In 2010, he ran as an independent candidate for President of Sudan.
Appointed by army chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan to lead a transitional government in May 2025.
Joined the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) on 30 December 1982.
Served as Director General of WIPO from 1997 to 2008, promoting international intellectual property rights and cooperation.
Served as Secretary-General of the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants.
Member of the UN International Law Commission for two terms.
Held various roles in Sudan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served as Khartoum's permanent representative to the United Nations.
Appointed Prime Minister of Sudan by army chief Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan on 19 May 2025, formally taking office on 31 May 2025.
Leading the internationally recognized transitional civilian government of Sudan.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Previously misrepresented his age in WIPO records; earlier claims suggested he was born in 1945.
2. Has authored books, including 'My Nile Odyssey' and 'Jasta,' both published in 2017.
3. He met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce in 1998 to discuss American intellectual property.
4. Idris established a new Center for Intellectual Property at the University of National and World Economy in 2003.
5. Born in Al-Zourat area north of Dongola in the Nubian region of Sudan, known for producing academic and diplomatic professionals.
6. His appointment as Prime Minister was welcomed by the United Nations, African Union, and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development.

Kamil al-Taib Idris Politician Sudanese Omdurman, Sudan