the Organization of American States
/ði ˌɔːɡənaɪzeɪʃn əv əˌmerɪkən ˈsteɪts/
/ði ˌɔːrɡənəzeɪʃn əv əˌmerɪkən ˈsteɪts/
(abbreviation the OAS)
- an international organization of 35 American nations established in 1948 in Bogotá, Colombia. OAS members work together to settle arguments in a peaceful manner, as well as discussing political, economic, social and cultural issues. compare Monroe Doctrine
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the Organization of American States