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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2026 Inaugural Commonwealth Health Coordination Forum

Ahead of the 79th World Health Assembly, health ministers and senior officials from across the Commonwealth will convene in Geneva for the inaugural Commonwealth Health Coordination Forum (CHCF) to shape the Commonwealth's collective cancer agenda.

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

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

Our work

Democracy, law and government

We promote democracy, good governance, peace, human rights and the rule of law.

Trade and economy

We help boost trade between member countries to create prosperity for all.

Environment and climate change

We help countries protect their environments, use natural resources sustainably, and both tackle and adapt to climate change.

Small states

We campaign internationally for special attention to the unique development challenges that small states face.

Society and young people

We support youth empowerment, advance gender equality and use sport to bring people together.

Gender

We work to advance gender equality, women’s rights and women’s empowerment in all social, economic and political spheres.


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