A voluntary association of 56 independent and equal countries working together for prosperity, democracy and peace
Our member governments have agreed to shared goals like development, democracy and peace.
Our values and principles are expressed in the Commonwealth Charter
Towards a cancer free Commonwealth
"My work with the Commonwealth, as their first cancer survivor task force member has been transformative. The Commonwealth recognised my story, offering global platforms to drive change. Together, we are making lifesaving progress."
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Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2024
The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2024 (CHOGM) will take place in Apia, Samoa from 21-26 October 2024. It will be the first CHOGM to be held in a Pacific Small Island Developing State.
2024 Commonwealth Trade Review
The 2024 Commonwealth Trade Review, highlights the critical role of trade and investment in bolstering food security across member states. The report reveals record-breaking figures in intra-Commonwealth trade, while providing key insights into the future of food security.
Home to 2.7 billion people
The Commonwealth is home to 2.7 billion people, and includes both advanced economies and developing countries. 33 of our members are small states, including many island nations.
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Secretary-General
The Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC is the 6th Commonwealth Secretary-General.
Events
We host regular events, webinars and conferences on behalf of our member countries.
Member organisations
We have a network of over 80 civil, cultural, intergovernmental and professional organisations.
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