The African Union was made a permanent member of the world’s richest and most powerful countries, G20, in New Delhi, on Saturday (September 9). The move will allow the continent to make “its effective contribution” in helping the world meet global challenges, said the AU Commission head Moussa Faki Mahamat.&nbsp;

<h2>AU joins G20</h2>

At its full strength, the AU has 55 members and accounts for a GDP of $3 trillion with some 1.4 billion people. However, six military-ruled nations are currently suspended. Its previous designation at the summit was “invited international organisation”.&nbsp;

G20 previously comprised 19 countries and the European Union which account for 85 per cent of the global GDP and two-thirds of the world’s population.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g20-summit-modi-helms-expansion-of-g20-with-african-union-as-permanent-member-633985">Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,</a> invited the AU, represented by Chairperson Azali Assoumani, to take a seat at the table of G20 leaders as a permanent member. This comes after the move was first proposed by the Indian PM back in June.&nbsp;

He later took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and said, “Honoured to welcome the African Union as a permanent member of the G20 Family. This will strengthen the G20 and also strengthen the voice of the Global South.”

African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat also took to X and said, “I welcome the African Union’s entry into the G20 as full member. This membership, for which we have long been advocating, will provide a propitious framework for amplifying advocacy in favor of the Continent and its effective contribution to meeting global challenges.”&nbsp;

<h2>South Africa</h2>

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa took to X and said, “We are delighted that the G20 has accepted the African Union as a member of the G20. Global reconstruction in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic presents a unique opportunity to accelerate the transition to low-carbon, climate resilient, sustainable societies.”&nbsp;

He added, “Developing economies are bearing the brunt of climate change, despite carrying the least responsibility for this crisis…South Africa calls for an enhanced and expanded Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.”&nbsp;

<h2>Nigeria</h2>

“As a continent, we look forward to further advancing our aspirations on the global stage using the G20 platform,” said Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is at the summit, on X.&nbsp;

<h2>Kenya&nbsp;</h2>

Kenyan President William Ruto said that AU’s entry into the G20 will “give African interests and perspectives voice and visibility in this important body”. He added, “With Africa poised to grow in the coming years, a seat will allow it to shape the decisions of G20 to ensure the continent’s interests are advanced.”&nbsp;

<h2>European Union&nbsp;</h2>

EU President Ursula von der Leyen, along similar lines, stressed the need for technology and finance to address climate change and its effects in the region. Welcoming AU’s inclusion in the G20 she said, “As we address issues that concern African profoundly, it is a pleasure to welcome the African Union as a new member of the G20.”&nbsp;

G20 countries account for 80 per cent of greenhouse gases as opposed to the less than four per cent emissions by Africa but “it is among the most affected by climate change,” said the EU president.&nbsp;

“The EU and Africa are partnering to address the continent’s priorities,” said von der Leyen, on X. She listed “ensuring food security, securing the means to fight climate change, and attracting investments,” as the priorities and said, “The G20 has much to win from a strong African voice.”

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The African Union was made a permanent member of the world’s richest and most powerful countries, G20, in New Delhi, on Saturday (September 9). The move will allow the continent to make “its effective contribution” in helping the world meet global challenges, said the AU Commission head Moussa Faki Mahamat.

The African Union was made a permanent member of the world’s richest and most powerful countries, G20, in New Delhi, on Saturday (September 9). The move will allow the continent to make “its effective contribution” in helping the world meet global challenges, said the AU Commission head Moussa Faki Mahamat. AU joins G20 At its full strength, the AU has 55 members and accounts for a GDP of $3 trillion with some 1.4 billion people. However, six military-ruled nations are currently suspended. Its previous designation at the summit was “invited international organisation”. G20 previously comprised 19 countries and the European Union which account for 85 per cent of the global GDP and two-thirds of the world’s population. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, invited the AU, represented by Chairperson Azali Assoumani, to take a seat at the table of G20 leaders as a permanent member. This comes after the move was first proposed by the Indian PM back in June. He later took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and said, “Honoured to welcome the African Union as a permanent member of the G20 Family. This will strengthen the G20 and also strengthen the voice of the Global South.” African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat also took to X and said, “I welcome the African Union’s entry into the G20 as full member. This membership, for which we have long been advocating, will provide a propitious framework for amplifying advocacy in favor of the Continent and its effective contribution to meeting global challenges.” South Africa South African President Cyril Ramaphosa took to X and said, “We are delighted that the G20 has accepted the African Union as a member of the G20. Global reconstruction in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic presents a unique opportunity to accelerate the transition to low-carbon, climate resilient, sustainable societies.” He added, “Developing economies are bearing the brunt of climate change, despite carrying the least responsibility for this crisis…South Africa calls for an enhanced and expanded Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.” Nigeria “As a continent, we look forward to further advancing our aspirations on the global stage using the G20 platform,” said Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is at the summit, on X. Kenya Kenyan President William Ruto said that AU’s entry into the G20 will “give African interests and perspectives voice and visibility in this important body”. He added, “With Africa poised to grow in the coming years, a seat will allow it to shape the decisions of G20 to ensure the continent’s interests are advanced.” European Union EU President Ursula von der Leyen, along similar lines, stressed the need for technology and finance to address climate change and its effects in the region. Welcoming AU’s inclusion in the G20 she said, “As we address issues that concern African profoundly, it is a pleasure to welcome the African Union as a new member of the G20.” G20 countries account for 80 per cent of greenhouse gases as opposed to the less than four per cent emissions by Africa but “it is among the most affected by climate change,” said the EU president. “The EU and Africa are partnering to address the continent’s priorities,” said von der Leyen, on X. She listed “ensuring food security, securing the means to fight climate change, and attracting investments,” as the priorities and said, “The G20 has much to win from a strong African voice.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

G20 Summit: Nations welcome African Union as permanent member of grouping

India has once again called for United Nations Security Council reforms, with permanent membership reflecting the "contemporary realities" and one that includes "adequate representation from all regions of the world".

Highlighting the present UNSC unable to deal with global challenges, India's envoy to UN TS&nbsp;Tirumurti said, "It is evident that inaction on our part is not without cost. The Security Council is being called upon to address increasingly complex issues of international peace and security" Elaborating, "Yet, it finds itself unable to act effectively, for it is lacking inclusivity of those who need to be there, and therefore lacking legitimacy and credibility."

The Indian envoy was speaking at the Informal meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on UNSC reforms. Established in 2008, the Intergovernmental Negotiations framework or IGN is a body of countries within the United Nations working for reforms, but its conversation remains informal. Pointing out to "impasse in the IGN", Tirumurti said, "What is clearly deliberate is preventing the IGN from following some basic ground rules of multilateral processes."&nbsp;

Countries like China, while claiming to back reforms, have been blocking IGN to follow basic rules of procedure and records. The process also lacks any "single draft outcome document" for negotiations. A normal UN process begins with the initial sharing of views, followed by written documentation provided by those stewarding the process, which is then the basis for transparent give-and-take negotiations through attributed additions, deletions or amendments.

India has called for "Immediate application" of UN General Assembly Rules of Procedure to the IGN Process and "outcome text" to capture the views and positions expressed by all delegations, with attributions. Additionally, operational changes have also been suggested--which includes, live broadcast/webcast of the proceedings.&nbsp;

Envoy Tirumurti said, "we simply cannot allow the IGN to continue to serve as a convenient smokescreen for a handful of reform naysayers" and the "success and continued relevance of the IGN will be measured by whether or not, we have a common text with attributed positions to base our future discussions".

The G4 nations comprising Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan, calling for the UN reforms also spoke at the meet. German Ambassador Christoph Heusgen to UN speaking on behalf of G4 retreated the call for single text for UN Reforms and application of rules of procedure of general assembly.

India has once again called for United Nations Security Council reforms, with permanent membership reflecting the "contemporary realities" and one that includes "adequate representation from all regions of the world".

India has once again called for United Nations Security Council reforms, with permanent membership reflecting the "contemporary realities" and one that includes "adequate representation from all regions of the world". Highlighting the present UNSC unable to deal with global challenges, India's envoy to UN TS Tirumurti said, "It is evident that inaction on our part is not without cost. The Security Council is being called upon to address increasingly complex issues of international peace and security" Elaborating, "Yet, it finds itself unable to act effectively, for it is lacking inclusivity of those who need to be there, and therefore lacking legitimacy and credibility." The Indian envoy was speaking at the Informal meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on UNSC reforms. Established in 2008, the Intergovernmental Negotiations framework or IGN is a body of countries within the United Nations working for reforms, but its conversation remains informal. Pointing out to "impasse in the IGN", Tirumurti said, "What is clearly deliberate is preventing the IGN from following some basic ground rules of multilateral processes." Countries like China, while claiming to back reforms, have been blocking IGN to follow basic rules of procedure and records. The process also lacks any "single draft outcome document" for negotiations. A normal UN process begins with the initial sharing of views, followed by written documentation provided by those stewarding the process, which is then the basis for transparent give-and-take negotiations through attributed additions, deletions or amendments. India has called for "Immediate application" of UN General Assembly Rules of Procedure to the IGN Process and "outcome text" to capture the views and positions expressed by all delegations, with attributions. Additionally, operational changes have also been suggested--which includes, live broadcast/webcast of the proceedings. Envoy Tirumurti said, "we simply cannot allow the IGN to continue to serve as a convenient smokescreen for a handful of reform naysayers" and the "success and continued relevance of the IGN will be measured by whether or not, we have a common text with attributed positions to base our future discussions". The G4 nations comprising Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan, calling for the UN reforms also spoke at the meet. German Ambassador Christoph Heusgen to UN speaking on behalf of G4 retreated the call for single text for UN Reforms and application of rules of procedure of general assembly.

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