The 73rd Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) met today to discuss developments in member states.
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Concluding statement of the 73rd Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group
The Commonwealth Secretariat announces the appointment of His Excellency Prof Stephen Montefort, High Commissioner of Malta in the United Kingdom (UK), as new Chairperson of its Board of Governors.
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Chair of Board of Governors announced for the Commonwealth Secretariat
Opening remarks by the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, at the Marlborough House Dialogue with the Rt Hon. Helen Clark, held on 8 July 2026. The discussion explored the theme: “What space is there for Commonwealth small states in a multipolar world where middle powers are becoming increasingly assertive?”
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Opening remarks by the Commonwealth Secretary-General at the Marlborough House Dialogue with the Rt Hon Helen Clark
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The Commonwealth Secretariat will host the 40th Commonwealth Diplomats Induction Programme on Tuesday, 7 July 2026.
The Commonwealth Secretariat has announced the appointment of John Virgoe as the new Director of its Governance and Peace Directorate.
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Commonwealth announces appointment of seasoned diplomat John Virgoe to senior leadership role
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon. Shirley Botchwey, has announced the appointment of two new Deputy Secretaries-General to strengthen the organisation’s leadership team and support delivery of the Commonwealth’s strategic priorities across its 56 member countries.
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Commonwealth appoints two Deputy Secretaries-General to advance strategic priorities and delivery
The Commonwealth, represented by Deputy Secretary-General Tanmaya Lal, will join a high-level mission to Sierra Leone aimed at supporting efforts to resolve the current breakdown in political consensus and facilitate a return to inclusive governance.
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Commonwealth joins high-level mission to support dialogue and restore inclusive governance in Sierra Leone
One Year of Action. One Commonwealth.
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Our Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey marks one year in office – one year of impact
The following statement was issued today by the Commonwealth Secretariat on the postponement of the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work Ceremony in London.
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Statement by the Commonwealth Secretariat on the postponement of the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Awards ceremony
Leaders, visionaries, and youth leaders gathered for a Marlborough House Dialogue on 23 February 2026 to engage with Sir Dr Mo Ibrahim, Founder and Chair of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, on the future of Africa.
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Marlborough House Dialogues: Reclaiming Africa’s democratic future with Sir Mo Ibrahim
Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon. Shirley Botchwey's Keynote Address at the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission (CSC) UK - Connect and Collaborate Event for new Commonwealth Scholars on 20th January 2026 at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre, Westminster.
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Keynote address by the Commonwealth Secretary-General at the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission UK
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, has issued a statement for Human Rights Day, observed on 10 December.
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Statement by Commonwealth Secretary-General on Human Rights Day
The Commonwealth Secretariat today launched the National Agricultural Data Infrastructure (NAgDI) Policy Guide, a landmark framework to help member countries unlock the power of agricultural data as a driver of productivity, food security and digital sovereignty.
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Commonwealth launches landmark guide to build trusted data systems for agriculture and food security
Our Strategic Plan for 2025–2030 sets out a clear and practical vision of how our work will lead to impact. It brings together three main areas of focus – democratic, economic, and environmental resilience – all underpinned by core values including youth empowerment, gender equality, and support for small and vulnerable states. It also draws on what makes the Commonwealth unique: our ability to bring people together, build consensus, offer trusted technical advice, and open doors through strong political relationships.
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Commonwealth Secretariat Strategic Plan 2025–2030
Commonwealth Central Bank Governors met on 16 September 2025 to address the economic challenges facing the 56 member countries, share their experiences, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
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Commonwealth Central Bank Governors convene to address global economic challenges
In response to recent incursions by the Guatemalan military into Belize, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey, said:
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Commonwealth Secretary-General’s statement on Guatemalan incursions into Belize
High commissioners, representing the 56 Commonwealth countries, have approved a five-year strategic plan for the Commonwealth Secretariat to deliver focused support for the 2.7 billion people it serves.
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Commonwealth countries back new strategic plan for shared prosperity
The Commonwealth Secretariat has not commented on or issued any denial related to the unauthorised use of its letterhead in relation to Ghana, as no such incident has occurred.
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Commonwealth Secretariat media advisory on developments in Ghana
The beauty of the majestic Piton mountains, vibrant culture, dazzling beaches and the lush landscape of Saint Lucia are invaluable assets. The country also takes pride in having two Nobel laureates, which is remarkable for a nation with a population of over 180,000.
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How one Caribbean country is changing the face of debt
As a part of its strategic planning process, the Commonwealth Secretariat recently held a series of consultations with representatives from its 97 accredited organisations and its Board of Governors.
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A bold, innovative and ambitious new direction envisaged for the Commonwealth
Changes in the global context present an opportunity for the Commonwealth to rise to the challenge and do more for its member countries, but to do so it is inviting partners, like the Commonwealth Accredited Organisations, to walk the journey with them.
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Forging strategic partnerships across the Commonwealth will make prosperity possible
Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, statement at first dialogue with Commonwealth Accredited Organisations (AOs). Marlborough House, Tuesday 15th July
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Secretary-General statement at first dialogue with Commonwealth Accredited Organisations
The Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) was formed in 1995 to be a custodian of fundamental political values of the Commonwealth. It is made up of a rotating group of foreign ministers from eight countries, drawn from different regions, plus the foreign minister of Samoa as the Commonwealth Chairperson-in-Office.
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Gabon restored to full membership within the Commonwealth
“He was a Guyanese loyalist, a Caribbean patriot, a Commonwealth devotee, and a confirmed internationalist. And in each of these spheres, he made outstanding contributions.”
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“A global citizen” - Sir Shridath Ramphal celebrated for his extraordinary legacy
Sir Shridath “Sonny” Ramphal served as the second Secretary-General of the Commonwealth from 1975 to 1990 — and remains its longest-serving Secretary-General.
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10 things you may not know about Sir Sonny Ramphal, former Commonwealth Secretary-General