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The Community of Democracies (CD), established in 2000, promotes and upholds democratic principles through cooperation among its member states. It focuses on free elections, the rule of law, and civil society empowerment. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The EITI, launched in 2002, drives transparency in extractive industries across 50+ nations, uniting stakeholders to ensure resources benefit all. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 77 (G-77), formed in 1964, unites developing countries to promote economic cooperation, equitable trade, and collective negotiation in global forums. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
(LDCs) The world’s poorer countries.
Location: West Africa Official name: the Democratic Republic of Săo Tomé and Príncipe Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1975 / 1975 Capital city: Săo Tomé Population: 179,506 / 484 people per sq mile (187 people per sq km) Total land area: 386 square miles (1001 square km) Language(s) spoken: Portuguese …