The African Union (AU) has been welcomed as a permanent member of the G20, a group of the world’s 20 leading economies. This recognition of the AU’s membership signifies Africa’s growing influence on the global stage as its more than 50 countries seek a more prominent role. Africa, with its young population of 1.3 billion expected to double by 2050, seeks meaningful roles in global bodies and reforms to the international financial system. As a high-profile G20 member, Africa’s demands on issues such as climate change, food security, and migration will have a stronger voice.
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