The main aim of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) is to promote economic and cultural interaction among member states. It was established in 1975 to promote regional integration, cooperation, and development in West Africa. ECOWAS aims to create a common market, free movement of people, goods and services, and harmonization of economic policies among member states. It also seeks to promote peace, stability and security in the region, as well as to enhance the well-being and social progress of its people.