Commonwealth News
May 18, 2022Commonwealth signs MoU with the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation
In a virtual ceremony, the Commonwealth Secretariat and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on key focus areas of development such as digital trade and e-commerce, women empowerment, SMEs...
May 17, 2022New Zealand sets $357 mn to help pay for cleaner cars to reduce emissions
New Zealand plans to spend about $357 million on a trial basis to reduce emissions. It will include subsidies for businesses to curb emissions, offering only green buses by 2035 and improved options for cyclists and pedestrians. Read the original article here:...
May 18, 2022Charles & Keith joins cryptocurrency and metaverse race
Singapore's fashion retailer Charles & Keith launches cryptocurrency as a payment mode on its eCommerce platform. This new offering caters to customers with cryptocurrencies who are seeking additional channels to make purchases from their investments. Read the...
May 16, 2022Vesak Day
Wasak, also known as Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima and Buddha Day, commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and his achievement of Nirvana. On this sacred day, Buddhists meditate, chant prayers and offer alms to Buddhist monks. Join us here: https://bit.ly/3JiwkrQ
May 17, 2022Nauru Constitution Day
The Republic of Nauru is the third smallest island nation in the central Pacific Ocean. This public holiday is celebrated with an annual national athletics carnival, the President's state banquet as well as parades and various competitive events between the nation's...
May 14, 2022Commonwealth tree planted for HM The Queen’s Jubilee
As a part of the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Rt Hon Patricia Scotland, plants the Commonwealth’s Jubilee tree. The Secretary-General planted a rare wild service tree or ‘chequer’s tree’ facing the Commonwealth headquarters at...