African Union

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African Union
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The African Union (AU) is an supranational organization consisting of fifty-five African member countries. Founded in Durban on 9 July 2002, the AU was formed as a replacement to the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and the African Economic Community (AEC).

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Dark green: AU member states.
Light green: Suspended members.

The current Chairperson of the African Union is President of Angola João Lourenço since 2025.

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Mission

The AU, in the future, aims to have a Single Currency and a Single integrated Defense force, as well as other Institutions of State, including a cabinet for the AU Head of State. The purpose of the organization is to help secure the continent's Democracy, Human rights, and a Sustainable Economy, especially by bringing an end to conflict between African Nations and creating an effective Common Market.

Example of relations with a country: FOCAC (or Forum on China–Africa Cooperation).

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