Objectives of Africa Union (AU):a) To accelerate the political, social and economic integration of the continent.b) To promote and defend the African common positions on issues of interest. c) To defend the independence and territorial integrity of African states and maintain the sovereignty of these countries.d) To promote democratic principles and institutions, popular participation and good governance.e) To establish the necessary conditions which enable the continent to play its rightful role in the global economy and in international negotiations.f) To promote cooperation among the African states in economic, social and political fields.g) To achieve and enhance greater African solidarity and unity.