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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