Africa/Global: Making the G8 accountable

"Because of the depth and scope of its influence, the issue of the G8's accountability is crucial. Currently, it exercises its influence in a vacuum of adequate checks and balances. The activities and even existence of many of the G8's bodies are not known to elected national representatives. Its activities take place largely hidden from public view. The G8 is the most vivid example of unaccountable power at the international level."