OAS (Organization of American States)

The Organization of American States (OAS) is a regional organization founded in 1948 to promote democracy, human rights, security, and economic cooperation among nations in the Americas. It includes 35 independent states, covering North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. The OAS works to strengthen political dialogue, support democratic governance, and address regional challenges such as poverty and inequality. The organization also plays a role in crisis resolution and observing elections to ensure fairness. Overall, the OAS aims to foster collaboration and stability throughout the Western Hemisphere.