The Arab League or League of Arab States (Arabic: جامعة الدول العربية), is an organization of Arab states (compare Arab world). The League's charter states that the League shall co-ordinate economic affairs, including commercial relations; communications; cultural affairs; nationality, passports, and visas; social affairs; and health affairs. The Charter of the Arab League also forbids member states from resorting to force against each other.
The Egyptian capital Cairo hosts the permanent headquarters of the League.
Seven states formed the Arab League on March 22, 1945, defining its main goals as to:
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Arab League - Official site presents information about the organization and Arab issues, community and civilization. Includes news, declarations and photo gallery. [Arabic, English]
Arab Gateway - The Arab League - Headline links to breaking news stories plus documents from the League and its Summits including speeches and statements.
BBC News - Quick Guide: Arab League - Offers an overview of the organization with summary information about its Secretary-General and issues.
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Ed Haynes - League of Arab States - Winthrop University faculty member provides information and links to additional resources about member states, activities, organizational structure, history and leadership.
404International Monetary Fund - League of Arab States - Entry from the Directory of Economic, Commodity and Development Organizations includes offices, officers, structure, establishment and functions.
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Wikipedia - Arab League - Encyclopedia entry presents a brief background, leadership, member countries and timeline.
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