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The African Union (AU, or, in its other official languages, UA) is a union consisting of 54 African states.
The key objectives of the AU are to defend the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of its Member States, to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of colonization and apartheid, to promote unity and solidarity among African States, and to coordinate and intensify cooperation for development.
Focuses on strengthening safety and security systems while supporting conflict prevention, stabilization, and long-term peacebuilding efforts.
Covers initiatives that strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery, and support transparent, accountable, and effective governance systems.