G20 Summit: African Union becomes permanent member of G20 under India's presidency
Also Read: G20 Summit: PM Modi, Prez Biden hold bilateral talks; discuss technology, democracy Over the past few years, India has actively established itself as a prominent advocate, highlighting the issues, difficulties, and aspirations of the Global South, particularly the African continent. Prime Minister Modi has been at the forefront of these efforts, especially in advocating for the African Union's inclusion as a member of the G20.
In June, Modi took the initiative by writing to the leaders of the G20 nations, urging them to grant full membership to the AU during the New Delhi summit. A few weeks later, the proposal found its way into the official draft communique for the summit.
This inclusion occurred during the third G20 Sherpas meeting, which convened in Hampi, Karnataka, in July. The African Union (AU) is a significant organization consisting of 55 member states, collectively representing the nations across the African continent.
Also Read: G20 Summit: PM Modi, Joe Biden to unveil rail and shipping corridor linking India to Middle East, Europe In an exclusive interview to PTI earlier this month, Modi said Africa is a "top priority" for India and that it works for the inclusion of those in global affairs who feel their voices are not being heard. The G20 was established in 1999 as a response to various global economic crises.
The G20 member nations collectively account for approximately 85 percent of the world's GDP, more than 75 percent of global trade, and roughly two-thirds of the global population. In addition to the recent addition, the G20 is made up of Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa,
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