According to a press release from the continental organization, this admittance marks an important step forward in amplifying Africa’s voice in global forums, and consolidates Africa’s role in addressing critical global issues such as economic development, energy transitions and sustainability.” the text stressed.

As part of the preparation for the event, the AU Commission was represented in several activities, prioritizing advanced social inclusion, fighting hunger and poverty, facilitating sustainable energy transitions and reforming global governance institutions.

This was the case of the IV Meeting of G20 Sherpas (representatives) held in Rio de Janeiro from November 12 to 16, which highlighted the African situation, the commitment to contribute to global policy debates and ensure that the continent’s perspective is well represented on the international stage.

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