African Union

July 25, 2023

PM Modi’s proposal to make the African Union a permanent member of the G-20 has received overwhelming response from the grouping.
The G-20 operates under the principle of consensus and any dissenting voice at the leaders’ summit may create difficulties.

ABOUT AFRICAN UNION

The African Union is considered the top grouping representing the voice of Africa.
It consists of 55 member states that make up the countries of the African continent.
HQ- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
It was officially launched in 2002 as a successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU).
- OAU was founded in 1963.
It has been working towards ensuring the progress and economic growth of African nations.
The Assembly of the African Union is the highest decision-making body, comprising the heads of state and government of member countries.
Executive Council, composed of foreign ministers, assists the Assembly in making policy decisions.