Commonwealth News
Maldives establishes Tourism Trust Fund to enhance sector development and sustainability
The Maldives government has unveiled regulations for its new Tourism Trust Fund, designed to promote sustainable tourism development. The fund will draw capital from four main sources: sponsorships, corporate social responsibility contributions, investment income, and...
Malta to host 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games
Malta has been selected to host the eighth Commonwealth Youth Games in late 2027, marking a significant milestone in the event's history. The games will bring together over 1,000 young athletes aged 14-18 from 74 Commonwealth nations and territories, competing across...
Malaysia pledges over US$240b in US deals to avert trade fallout, lower tariffs
Malaysia has secured a reduced US tariff rate of 19% through substantial trade agreements valued at over US$240 billion, as announced by Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz in Parliament. The comprehensive package includes US$150 billion in semiconductor and technology...
A bold, innovative and ambitious new direction envisaged for the Commonwealth
The Commonwealth Secretariat has concluded a series of consultations with its 97 accredited organisations and Board of Governors to shape its strategic priorities for 2025-2030. Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey outlined her vision for the next five...
Alpha Ladder patents carbon stablecoin framework
Singapore-based Alpha Ladder Group (ALG) has received patent protection for its innovative CNT Carbon Stablecoin framework, developed by its AI subsidiary MVGX Tech. This blockchain system converts verified decarbonization activities into programmable carbon-backed...
Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele to visit New Zealand to deepen ties
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele is scheduled to visit New Zealand this week, marking his first official visit as head of government. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss regional cooperation ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum...