The Rio Group is an intergovernmental organization formed by various Latin American countries with the aim of fostering political dialogue, cooperation, and integration among its member states. The group was created on December 18, 1986, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, hence its name.
Comprised initially of 10 countries, the Rio Group currently has 19 member states from Latin America and the Caribbean region. These member countries include Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Mexico, Venezuela, Uruguay, Ecuador, Guyana, Suriname, Paraguay, Bolivia, Panama, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic.
The Rio Group holds regular meetings and summits where heads of state or government from member countries discuss regional issues, promote cooperation, and strengthen regional consensus on various matters such as political stability, economic development, social integration, and environmental protection among others.
The organization plays a crucial role in promoting dialogue and resolving conflicts within the region through peaceful means and fostering regional integration. It also seeks to enhance cooperation with other international organizations and forge partnerships with countries outside the region.
The Rio Group serves as a platform for member countries to voice their concerns, share experiences, and coordinate efforts to address common challenges, ultimately contributing to the principles of democracy, human rights, and development in Latin America and the Caribbean.
