The NAM Group: A Unique and Influential Alliance Introduction The NAM (Non-Aligned Movement) group is a coalition of countries that emerged during the Cold War era with the goal of promoting international cooperation, independence, and neutrality. With its origins dating back to 1961, the NAM group has grown to become the largest grouping of countries outside of the United Nations, with 120 member states and 17 observer countries. History of the NAM Group The NAM group was founded in 1961 at a meeting in Belgrade, Yugoslavia. Its founding members included countries from Asia, Africa, and Latin America that were not aligned with either of the two superpowers, the United States and the Soviet Union. The group was born out of a desire to create a new world order that was not dominated by the power struggle between the two superpowers. Goals and Objectives of the NAM Group The NAM group has several key goals and objectives. One of its...