In an era of interconnected global governance, acronyms like EU, ASEAN, AU, and IAEA dominate diplomatic dialogues, policy documents, and news headlines. Yet, with abbreviations such as ECA (used for both Africa and West Asia) or EEC (referring to energy or economy), even seasoned professionals can struggle to keep track. International organizations are the backbone of diplomacy, trade, and sustainable development—but their lengthy names often get condensed into shorthand that leaves many confused. Whether you’re a student of international relations, a policymaker, or a global affairs enthusiast, understanding these abbreviations is critical for decoding treaties, reports, and multilateral agreements. In this 2024 guide, we demystify 50+ essential international organization abbreviations, from economic giants like the ADB (Asian Development Bank) and IBRD (World Bank) to environmental bodies like CEC (Commission for Environmental Cooperation) and security agencies like ACDA (Arms Control). Learn how CARICOM shapes the Caribbean, why GATT revolutionized trade, and how ECOSOC drives UN sustainability goals. Let’s navigate the alphabet soup of global governance together!
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Sr. No. |
Abbreviation |
Organization Name |
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1. |
ACDA |
Arms Control and Disarmament Agency |
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2. |
ADB |
Asian Development Bank |
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3. |
AFESD |
Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development |
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4. |
AFDB |
African Development Bank |
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5. |
AFREXIM BANK |
African Export-Import Bank |
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6. |
AECL |
Atomic Energy Of Canada Limited |
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7. |
AI |
Amnesty International |
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8. |
AMF |
Arab Monetary Fund |
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9. |
AMU |
Arab Maghreb Union |
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10. |
AOAD |
Arab Organization for Agricultural Development |
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11. |
APEC |
Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation |
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12. |
ASEAN |
Association Of Southeast Asian Nations |
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13. |
AT |
Antarctic Treaty |
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14. |
AU |
African Union |
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15. |
BIS |
Bank for International Settlements |
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16. |
BSECG |
Black Sea Economic Co-operation Group |
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17. |
CAPP |
Canadian Association Of Petroleum Producers |
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18. |
CARICOM |
Caribbean Community |
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19. |
CCFM |
Canadian Council Of Forest Ministers |
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20. |
CCICED |
China Council For International Cooperation On Environment And Development |
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21. |
CCME |
Canadian Council Of Ministers Of The Environment |
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22. |
CCPA |
Canadian Centre For Policy Alternatives |
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23. |
CDB |
Caribbean Development Bank |
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24. |
CEC |
Commission For Environmental Cooperation |
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25. |
CEI |
Central European Initiative |
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26. |
CENTO |
Central Treaty Organization |
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27. |
CELA |
Canadian Environmental Law Association |
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28. |
CESD |
Commissioner Of The Environment And Sustainable Development |
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29. |
COE |
Council of Europe |
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30. |
CIS |
Commonwealth of Independent States |
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31. |
EBU |
European Broadcasting Union |
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32. |
ECA |
Economic Commission of Africa |
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33. |
ECA |
Economic Commission of West Asia |
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34. |
ECE |
Economic Commission of Europe |
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35. |
ECM |
European Common Market |
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35. |
ECOSOC |
Economic and Social Council |
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37. |
EEC |
European Energy Commission |
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38. |
EEC |
European Economy Community |
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39. |
EFTA |
European Free Trade Association |
|
40. |
ESRO |
European Space Research Organization |
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41. |
ESCAP |
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific |
|
42. |
EU |
European Union |
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43. |
FAO |
Food and Agricultural Organization |
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44. |
GATT |
General Agreement on tariffs &Trade |
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45. |
IAEA |
International Atomic Energy Agency |
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46. |
IBRD |
International Bank For Reconstruction and Development |
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