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Ankita Yadav, representing the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce, had the privilege of meeting with the Honourable Fekita ‘Utoikamanu, Tonga’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Tuala Tevaga Iosefo Ponifasio, Deputy Prime Minister of Samoa, during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024 in Apia, Samoa.

These engagements provided an invaluable opportunity to discuss and strengthen ties across the Commonwealth and explore pathways for collaborative growth and resilience. The Chamber is honoured to participate in these significant conversations and looks forward to continued cooperation supporting a vibrant and united Commonwealth.

The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024 concluded recently in Apia, Samoa, where Commonwealth leaders convened under the theme, “One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Common Wealth.” During the summit, heads of government reaffirmed their commitments to addressing global economic, environmental, and security challenges, while fostering resilience, sustainable trade, and inclusive growth, emphasising empowering youth and women.

In this landmark year marking the Commonwealth’s 75th anniversary, leaders celebrated the unity and diversity of the 56-member states, representing a collective of 2.7 billion people, with over 60% under 30. The Commonwealth also announced that Antigua and Barbuda would assume the role of the next Chair-in-Office and host of the subsequent CHOGM, underscoring a shared vision for a resilient and prosperous future among all member nations.

Read the original information: https://thecommonwealth.org/news/chogm2024/Samoa-communique-leaders-statement-and-declarations

Bradford has officially unveiled the UK’s only Commonwealth War Memorial outside London in a moving ceremony at the War Memorial Gardens in the city centre. The monument honours the service and sacrifice of soldiers from Commonwealth nations who fought in World War I and World War II.

The memorial, a project by Bradford-based charity SHAPE-UK Ltd, was first proposed in 2021 following a review by Bradford Council of local statues and memorials. Wednesday’s unveiling was led by Lord Mayor of Bradford Councillor Bev Mullaney, with Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire Ed Anderson, Bishop of Bradford Toby Howarth, and local veterans also present. The tribute lists Commonwealth countries involved in the wars and includes symbols representing their diverse religious backgrounds.

A large crowd attended to pay respects, and families of Commonwealth veterans noted the memorial was “long overdue.” Among the attendees was a 102-year-old Pakistani war veteran who shared memories of his service and emphasized the deep historical contributions of Black and Asian soldiers.

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