Objectives of ECOWAS - SS3 Economics Lesson Note
ECOWAS, which stands for the Economic Community of West African States, is a regional intergovernmental organization made up of fifteen West African countries. The main objective of ECOWAS is to promote regional integration and cooperation among its member states in order to achieve economic, political, social, and cultural development and prosperity in West Africa. Other primary objectives of ECOWAS include:
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Economic Integration: ECOWAS aims to promote economic integration among its member states by creating a common market, a customs union, and a single currency.
Political Integration: ECOWAS aims to promote political integration among its member states by encouraging democratic governance, respect for human rights, and the rule of law.
Peace and Security: ECOWAS aims to promote peace and security in the region by resolving conflicts and preventing the outbreak of violence.
Social and Cultural Integration: ECOWAS aims to promote social and cultural integration among its member states by facilitating the free movement of people, goods, and services, and by promoting cultural exchange and cooperation.
Sustainable Development: ECOWAS aims to promote sustainable development in the region by addressing economic, social, and environmental challenges, and by promoting regional cooperation and coordination.