Arab League welcomes African Union's membership in G20 - GulfToday

Arab League welcomes African Union's membership in G20

  • 11 Sep 2023
Ahmed Aboul Gheit

Ahmed Aboul Gheit

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit on Sunday welcomed the admission of the African Union (AU) as a permanent member to the Group of 20 (G20).

Aboul Gheit hailed the decision as a positive step that would benefit both sides and contribute to strengthening African countries' role in global economic development.

Arab League Secretary-General stressed that this step will enhance Africa's ability to contribute to solving pivotal global issues such as climate change, energy security, food security, and other issues.

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