The Commonwealth

The Commonwealth Promoting democracy, human rights, economic development and environmental sustainability. We are a voice for small states and a champion for youth empowerment.

The Commonwealth is home to over 2.7 billion citizens, of which over 60% are under the age of 30. The Commonwealth includes some of the world’s largest, smallest, richest and poorest countries, spanning five regions. Thirty-three of our members are small states, many of them island nations. The Commonwealth Secretariat provides guidance on policy making, technical assistance and advisory services to Commonwealth member countries. We support governments to help achieve sustainable, inclusive and equitable development. Our work promotes democracy, rule of law, human rights, good governance and social and economic development. The Commonwealth's guiding principles are contained in the Commonwealth Charter: http://thecommonwealth.org/our-charter

21/09/2026

Happy Malta!

20/09/2026
19/09/2026

Happy Saint Kitts and Nevis!

18/09/2026
17/09/2026
16/09/2026

Last week, Commonwealth leaders, cricket legends and partners came together at Marlborough House for the launch of the “One Commonwealth, One Team” Exhibition Cricket Match Series, ahead of .

Here are some moments from the panel discussion, exploring how sport can bring the Commonwealth together, create new partnerships and inspire the next generation.

The series will see Commonwealth leaders and emerging young cricket talent take to the field in Antigua and Barbuda this November, celebrating friendship, leadership, inclusion and shared purpose. 🏏

Read more: https://bit.ly/4rcZ7oW

16/09/2026

Pleased to renew our Memorandum of Understanding with the World Health Organization (WHO), strengthening our partnership and shared ambition to deliver better health outcomes for people across the Commonwealth.

No institution can meet today's complex health and development challenges alone. Together, we can build a healthier, more prosperous Commonwealth for all.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4yEfEEZ

15/09/2026

Happy Papua New Guinea!

15/09/2026

With less than 50 days to go until the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, it was a timely opportunity to meet with the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Hon Gaston Browne.

We discussed final preparations and our shared ambition for a transformative .

I look forward to welcoming Commonwealth leaders alongside Prime Minister Browne to Antigua and Barbuda this November, and working together to deliver a Commonwealth that works for our 2.7 billion people.

The Commonwealth Secretariat and the World Health Organization (WHO) have renewed our partnership for four years, reaffi...
15/09/2026

The Commonwealth Secretariat and the World Health Organization (WHO) have renewed our partnership for four years, reaffirming the shared commitment to improving health and well-being across the Commonwealth's 56 member countries.

Signed by the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, and WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the renewed Memorandum of Understanding will deepen cooperation to build stronger, more resilient and more equitable health systems and advance universal health coverage.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4yEfEEZ

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