The United Nations is discussing the need for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council, highlighting systemic issues in global governance.

The entities involved

• United Nations →

  global international and intergovernmental organization

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  • The African Union established a joint mechanism on reparative justice.Mon 17:31
• Africa →

  continent

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• United Nations Security Council →

  one of the six principal organs of the UN, charged with the maintenance of international peace and security

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