G20 Summit PM Modi Gives Voice to Developing World Secures Inclusion of African Union

G20 Summit: PM Modi Gives Voice to Developing World, Secures Inclusion of African Union

Rohini Anil Patil

September 10, 2023

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the African Union (AU) has been granted permanent membership in the Group of 20 (G20), a forum of the world's leading economies. The announcement was made during the inaugural session of the two-day G20 Summit in Delhi.

The inclusion of the AU as a permanent member of the G20 is a significant development, as it will give Africa a greater voice in global economic decision-making.

The AU is a continental union of 54 African countries, and its membership in the G20 will help to ensure that the continent's interests are represented in discussions on issues such as trade, investment, and development.

PM Modi Gives Voice to Developing World, Secures Inclusion of African Union

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PM Modi said that the inclusion of the AU was a "historic moment" and that it would "strengthen the G20 and its ability to address global challenges." He also called on the G20 to work together to "build a more inclusive and sustainable world."

The AU's inclusion in the G20 is a welcome development, and it is a testament to the growing importance of Africa in the global economy. It is hoped that the AU's membership will help to promote economic growth and development on the continent, and that it will also help to address some of the challenges facing Africa, such as poverty, hunger, and climate change.