December 20, 2005



AXP Global Series, Inc.
50606 Ameriprise Financial Center
Minneapolis, MN 55474

Gentlemen:

I have  examined  the  Articles of  Incorporation  and the By-Laws of AXP Global
Series,  Inc.  (the  Company) and all necessary  certificates,  permits,  minute
books,  documents and records of the Company, and the applicable statutes of the
State of Minnesota, and it is my opinion that the shares sold in accordance with
applicable federal and state securities laws will be legally issued, fully paid,
and nonassessable.

This opinion may be used in connection with the Post-Effective Amendment.

Sincerely,



/s/ Leslie L. Ogg
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    Leslie L. Ogg
    Attorney at Law
    901 S. Marquette Ave., Suite 2810
    Minneapolis, MN 55402-3268