The 2025 Commonwealth Trade Ministers Meeting (CTMM) will be convened on 18–20 June 2025 in Windhoek, Namibia, and will be hosted by the Government of Namibia.
The Opening Ceremony for CTMM will take place on 18 June while the official meeting runs from 19-20 June.
Immediately preceding the Ministerial meeting, the Senior Trade Officials Meeting (STOM) will take place from Monday 16 – Wednesday 17 June 2025.
This meeting will bring together Trade Ministers from across the Commonwealth to discuss critical trade policy issues, strengthen intra-Commonwealth trade and Investment, and foster resilience in the global trading system. Key highlights for this year include discussions on:
- Digital trade and AI-driven trade facilitation
- Green trade and circular economies
- Critical minerals and the sustainable energy transition
The CTMM and STOM are closed to media, with the exception of the opening speeches.
A Historic First
Previously held in London, the 2025 CTMM marks a historic first as it is being hosted outside the seat of the Commonwealth Secretariat, in Namibia. This milestone underscores the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusivity and regional engagement.
In support of the ambitious target adopted by Commonwealth Heads of Government to boost intra-Commonwealth trade to US$2 trillion by 2030, Namibia will also host the inaugural Commonwealth Business Summit (CBS). The CBS will bring together leading private sector actors, senior government officials, and development partners alongside the CTMM to catalyse trade and investment opportunities across the Commonwealth.
Media contact
- Rena Gashumba Communications Adviser, Communications Division, Commonwealth Secretariat
- T: +44 7483 919 968 | E-mail
