Wonderful to meet with the Foreign Minister of Cyprus, @CKombos, yesterday.

I thanked #Cyprus for their extensive contributions to many Commonwealth initiatives including the #BlueCharter . We look forward to working with Cyprus even more intensively in the future.

I had a productive meeting with the #Cyprus Minister of Health, Michael Damianos, on the upcoming Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting ( #CHMM ), with a focus on small states.

We discussed the importance of building resilient health systems & addressing the climate-health nexus.

Wonderful to meet with the Attorney-General of #Cyprus , George L. Savvides, and explore outcomes from #CLMM in Zanzibar.

We had an excellent discussion on @CommonwealthSec model laws & transformation of legal systems to enhance access to justice across the #Commonwealth .

Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland KC, welcomes ocean ministers, senior officials and delegates to the inaugural #Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting.

From #Cyprus to #Samoa , it’s time for the ocean to take centre stage.

#COMM | #BlueCharter

In bilateral meeting in #Cyprus today with Commonwealth SG, Baroness Scotland, we covered global impetus for ocean action provided by #Commonwealth Blue Charter, including perpetuity of EEZ boundaries in face of sea level rise, plus completing the job on #WTO fisheries subsidies.

The ocean is essential to life on our planet. 🌊

This week, #Cyprus will host the first Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting to establish a shared voice for #Commonwealth countries on ocean issues.

Learn more 👇🏿

#BlueCharter | #COMM | @MaritimeCyprus

An honour to meet with Samantha Marshall from Antigua and Barbuda this morning to discuss #SIDS priorities and the #BlueEconomy ahead of the #Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting in the Republic of #Cyprus today.

#COMM | #BlueCharter

Just concluded an inspiring dialogue with Dr Filimon Manoni, Pacific Ocean Commissioner, on the need to share knowledge to support sea governance.

I also thanked him for his work and leadership.

#COMM | #BlueCharter

What a pleasure to meet with students involved in their school's Model UN Club in #Cyprus today and share the vital work of @CommonwealthSec to support our 56 member countries.

Their passion to make a difference is inspiring. Together we can create change!

We welcomed #Commonwealth SG Patricia Scotland KC at Cyprus MFA today.

Extensive discussions with FM @CKombos on the common challenges our Commonwealth family is facing.

The SG also met with PermSec Andreas Kakouris and visited the permanent exhibition on the history of the MFA.

Arrived in beautiful Paphos where we will host the first #Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting on Friday.

With Commonwealth countries on the shores of every ocean basin, we are perfectly positioned to lead the charge for better global ocean governance.

#COMM | #BlueCharter

Pleased to meet The Commonwealth Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC. Excellent discussions on legal issues on Commonwealth's agenda, particularly enhancing access to justice. Increased participation of Attorney General's Office CY in commonwealth law meetings.

As #Cyprus prepares to host the inaugural #Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Meeting, the spotlight is on ocean protection and sustainable management.

Together, let's pave the way for a new Commonwealth Ocean Declaration at #CHOGM2024 .

#COMM #BlueCharter @MaritimeCyprus Cyprus Portal

Delighted to discuss innovation with Mayor Constantinos Yiorkadjis in #Nicosia a city steeped in history & embracing the future. His commitment to fostering an AI & research centre is commendable, opening doors for entrepreneurs and youth alike #CommonwealthInnovation #Cyprus

Fresh from the The Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting, Sam Muller & @there941489 discuss solutions to the universally acknowledged need for #JusticeReform to close the #JusticeGap worldwide.
A must-read for Judiciary and Ministries of Justice: hiil.org/news/the-50-ju…

I was proud to have recently launched the Commonwealth #AI Academy to equip citizens with essential tools for upskilling and provide a foundation for the future.

Six fantastic online courses are available - sign up on the #Commonwealth eLearning Platform: cwlearn.commonwealth.int/course/index.p…