Working together for prosperity, democracy and peace

The Commonwealth Charter expresses the commitment of member countries to the development of free and democratic societies and the promotion of peace and prosperity to improve the lives of all Commonwealth citizens.

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Family photo of ministers at the 26th Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting


Commonwealth Foreign Ministers meet to drive reform and renewal

Ministers addressed the transformation of the Commonwealth to overcome the challenges of a world in turmoil as well as the impactful and transformative solutions needed to unlock opportunities together for shared prosperity across the Commonwealth.  

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Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, and Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation

Commonwealth and Prince Albert II Foundation launch major ocean protection alliance

The new partnership will accelerate ocean conservation for Commonwealth countries in Asia and the Pacific, implemented through the Commonwealth Blue Charter Project Incubator.

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Group photo of entrepreneurs at the Commonwealth Investment Network Summit

Commonwealth Investment Network showcases climate solutions from small states to global investors

Entrepreneurs from across the Pacific and Caribbean presented practical climate and economic solutions to global investors at the Commonwealth Investment Network Summit.

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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 Shirley Botchwey

Secretary-General
Hon. Shirley Botchwey is the 7th Commonwealth Secretary-General.
 

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We host regular events, webinars and conferences on behalf of our member countries.

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We have a network of over 90 civil, cultural, intergovernmental and professional organisations.

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