The African Union is expected to become the latest member of the G20 as more existing members of the grouping back the pan-African bloc's bid.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for the African Union to become a permanent member of the grouping, saying that developing nations should have a greater say in global decision-making.
The US has backed the proposal, and the EU on Friday also voiced its support.
"I look forward to welcoming the AU as a permanent member of the G20," European Council President Charles Michel told reporters in New Delhi.
The G20 consists of 19 countries plus the EU, making up about 85% of global GDP and two-thirds of the world population.
South Africa is so far the only G20 member from the African continent.
The African Union is headquartered in Ethiopia and collectively has a GDP of $3 trillion (€2.8 trillion) with some 1.4 billion people. The bloc has 55 members, although six have been suspended in light of military coups.
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