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The Commonwealth can be a ‘pathfinder for the rest of the world’

Speaking on the opening day of the International Conference on Blue Ocean Strategy in Malaysia, the Secretary-General heralded the Commonwealth, which brings together 53 nations from across the globe, as a potential “pathfinder for the rest of the world”.

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Secretary-General visits Asia to promote innovation and integrity in public service

Secretary-General Patricia Scotland will convene the sixth Commonwealth Ministers for Public Service Forum, hosted by the Government of Malaysia, on Wednesday 17 August in Putrajaya, Malaysia.

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Integrity in sport at Rio 2016

Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland, has told a Canadian broadcaster that nations won’t be allowed to get away with cheating in sport and this was non-negotiable.

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Clean sweep for Commonwealth as Fiji win historic gold at Olympic Rugby 7s

Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland congratulated Fiji’s gold medal winning Rugby Sevens team for their success at the Rio Olympic Games.

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Secretary-General: Rt Hon Patricia Scotland looks back on her first hundred days in office

VIDEO: Secretary-General: Rt Hon Patricia Scotland looks back on her first hundred days in office.

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Commonwealth Secretary-General takes forward Sports Ministers agenda in Rio

Secretary-General Patricia Scotland was today welcomed to the Athletes Village to meet with Olympians and sporting officials, as she builds support for the Commonwealth’s agenda for development and integrity in sport.

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Secretary-General reaffirms solidarity of the Commonwealth with the people of Pakistan

The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland, expressed deep revulsion at the attack on a hospital in Quetta, Pakistan.

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President of Ghana: Commonwealth can count on Ghana’s support

The President of Ghana has pledged his support for a Commonwealth initiative to boost the skill levels of university graduates.

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House of Lords International Relations Committee Evidence Session statement

Having taken office on 1 April, the Commonwealth Secretary-General's opening statement outlines the work she has started on set for her by the Commonwealth Heads of Government.

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Secretary-General: We will turbo charge Commonwealth trade advantage

The Secretary-General giving evidence to the International Relations Committee of the House of Lords, in the UK Parliament, after completing her first 100 days in office.

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Commonwealth Secretary-General expresses sympathy and solidarity with the Government and people of France

This appalling terrorist attack adds Nice to the tragic list of cities that have lost too many innocent people to violent extremism.

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Let the challenge begin! Secretary-General’s youth leadership programme launched in the Caribbean

Young people posed probing questions to Secretary-General Scotland as she launched a youth initiative to be rolled out across the Commonwealth.

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Empowering youth to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges

“The world is facing enormous challenges; we need you to be part of the solution.” - Patricia Scotland, QC, Commonwealth Secretary-General. The Commonwealth Secretary-General invites young people to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges today.

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‘The Commonwealth an anchor in turbulent times’

The Commonwealth will offer strength, stability, solidarity and practical assistance to its member states and in particular will advocate for small and vulnerable economies the Commonwealth Secretary-General pledged yesterday at the CARICOM conference.

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Commonwealth Secretary-General heads to Caribbean for CARICOM summit

Climate change, indebtedness, protecting migrant remittances and banking systems, and the consequences of Britain’s exit from the EU on small and vulnerable economies are priority concerns for the Secretary-General at CARICOM Conference.

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Commonwealth Secretary-General meets King Letsie III of Lesotho

His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho expressed his strong support for the Commonwealth Secretary-General , Patricia Scotland’s, “inspiring approaches”, when he received her during his visit to London this week.

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Secretary-General reaffirms Commonwealth support to ratify Arms Trade Treaty

Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has reaffirmed the Commonwealth’s support to countries seeking to promote humanitarian law.

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Video: Launch of the Commonwealth Hub

Her Majesty The Queen today launched a new Commonwealth Hub which will bring Commonwealth organisations together in the same location to create a collaborative, dynamic and innovative way of working.

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Negative effects of “de-risking” banks discussed at Commonwealth headquarters

Jamaica’s Minister of Finance and Public Service, Audley Shaw, met in London with the Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland, to discuss strict new banking procedures designed to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism.

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World Oceans Day 2016 Theme - ‘Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet’

Statement by Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland

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Commonwealth Secretary-General congratulates Guyana on Golden Jubilee

Cultural festivals, flag raising ceremonies and float parades ushered in Guyana’s Golden Jubilee of Independence. The diverse and resource-rich country gained their independence in 1966.

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Cyclone Roanu in Bangladesh

Condolences and deep sympathy to the government and people of Bangladesh following tragic loss of life, displacement of people and widespread devastation.

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Commonwealth Secretary-General says ‘No More’ to domestic violence

Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland made a heartfelt appeal today in support of a new campaign to raise awareness about domestic violence in the United Kingdom.

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International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia

The vision of the Commonwealth Secretariat is to help create and sustain a Commonwealth that is mutually respectful, resilient, peaceful and prosperous and that cherishes equality, diversity and shared values.

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Commonwealth pledges to partner against corruption at London Summit

The Commonwealth stands “shoulder to shoulder” with all those committed to calling time on corruption - Secretary-General Patricia Scotland, Anti-Corruption Summit, 12 May 2016.

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