The European Union Commission has said the accession of the African Union will bring to the G20 the voice of the African population, its share in global economy and further advance the aspirations in particular of the African youth on the global stage.
According to the EU High Representative, Josep Borell in a statement to join brothers and sisters in Africa in celebrating the accession of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20.
Recall at the inaugural session of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi on Friday, which saw a monumental moment unfolded as India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited the African Union Commission to formally occupy the Organization’s seat as a permanent member.
India’s Modi who successfully championed inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the influential G20 grouping said, “India’s G20 Presidency has become symbol of inclusion, of ‘sabka saath’ both inside and outside the country.
European Union said further that the African Union Commission membership will increase the representation of Africa in multilateral fora, provide an additional platform to discuss common challenges and contribute to devise global solutions.
According to the statement, “The G20 is a prime forum for addressing today’s global challenges. The African Union membership will increase the representation of Africa in multilateral fora, provide an additional platform to discuss common challenges and contribute to devise global solutions.
“The European Union has strongly supported the accession of the African Union. It will bring to the G20 the voice of the African population, its share in the global economy and further advance the aspirations in particular of the African youth on the global stage.
“The European Union reaffirms its strong commitment in developing a more inclusive multilateral system. We look forward to working together and contribute to a better functioning, responsive and more inclusive international order”, the statement concluded.