A Split Sudan?

Currently, people in Southern Sudan are headed to the polls - but not to vote for a new president. This vote is for a referendum for Southern Sudan to become the world's newest nation. If passed, the possibility of peace and stability in this region could be achieved.

The video from CNN International tells an aspect of the story, but all must understand this situation are far more complicated and is rooted in long history of distress. This article at BBC News goes into further detail of the situation.

Even though I am rather happy that this could lead to peace, there will be many problems that would need some kind of safety or possible solution in place. Also, there's the even bigger problem of the sustainability of the economy in Southern Sudan. Northern Sudan is more economically solid than the south. Plus, there is the border dispute in regard to oil reserves. If that is not resolved, that could lead to bigger problems after the secession.

Also, the current government of Sudan doesn't necessarily agree with the secession of the south, but said they will agree with the outcome of the vote. Is it possible that they could renege on their promise? I would hope not.

I guess many of the possibilities can be safely placed on the back burner until the outcome of the vote is determined. Sudan is a country with a great potential. I hope a secession of the south brings it to its full potential.