Commonwealth what is new

The Commonwealth! A voluntary association of 54 countries, most of which are former British colonies or territories. Here are some recent developments and news from the Commonwealth:

Recent News:

  1. Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM): The 25th CHOGM was held in Kigali, Rwanda, in June 2022. The meeting focused on themes such as climate change, digital transformation, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
  2. Queen Elizabeth II's Passing: The death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022 marked the end of an era for the Commonwealth. Her son, King Charles III, has taken over as the Head of the Commonwealth.
  3. New Members: The Commonwealth has welcomed two new members: Togo and Gabon, which joined the organization in June 2022.
  4. Climate Change: The Commonwealth has emphasized the importance of addressing climate change, with many member states committing to reduce their carbon footprint and transition to renewable energy sources.
  5. Digital Transformation: The Commonwealth has launched initiatives to promote digital transformation, including the Commonwealth Digital Transformation Strategy, which aims to enhance digital connectivity and skills across member states.

Recent Developments:

  1. Commonwealth Business Forum: The 2022 Commonwealth Business Forum was held in Kigali, Rwanda, and focused on themes such as trade, investment, and entrepreneurship.
  2. Commonwealth Youth Forum: The 2022 Commonwealth Youth Forum was also held in Kigali, Rwanda, and brought together young people from across the Commonwealth to discuss issues such as climate change, education, and social justice.
  3. Commonwealth Games: The 2022 Commonwealth Games were held in Birmingham, UK, and featured athletes from across the Commonwealth competing in various sports.
  4. Commonwealth Education Ministers' Conference: The 2022 Commonwealth Education Ministers' Conference was held in Kigali, Rwanda, and focused on themes such as education policy, financing, and innovation.

Upcoming Events:

  1. Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM): The 26th CHOGM is scheduled to take place in 2024, with the host country yet to be announced.
  2. Commonwealth Business Forum: The 2024 Commonwealth Business Forum is expected to take place in 2024, with the location and dates yet to be confirmed.
  3. Commonwealth Youth Forum: The 2024 Commonwealth Youth Forum is also expected to take place in 2024, with the location and dates yet to be confirmed.

These are just a few examples of the recent developments and news from the Commonwealth. The organization continues to play an important role in promoting cooperation, development, and democracy among its member states.