This archive report was first published on 10 December 2019.
On December 10, 2019, the ninth heads of state summit of the African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) group kicked off in Nairobi, Kenya, marking a significant step towards regional solidarity.
The summit, which brought together leaders from 79 member countries, underscored the importance of collective action in the face of global challenges such as climate change and unfair trade practices.
Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta, who assumed leadership of the ACP group, pledged to spearhead reforms aimed at revitalizing the organization and reducing the region's economic vulnerability.
With 48 member countries in sub-Saharan Africa, the region is home to some of the world's poorest nations, making fair trade and partnerships crucial for their future.
As President Kenyatta noted, climate change poses a significant challenge to the region, with countries experiencing erratic and unpredictable weather patterns.
Deeper South-South partnerships through the ACP are essential for the region to play a bigger role in global affairs and push through agreements that enhance integration into the global economy.
