It's official. South American nations will form a regional group called the Union of South American Nations (UNASUR). Much like the European Union, it aims to promote peace and economic stability among the member nations.
It was launched this Friday together with other plans like a mutual South American Defense Council, in which only Colombia declined to join. Through the council, it is hoped to establish the region as a force in the global scene.
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