The Commonwealth
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The #Commonwealth comprises 56 countries working together for development, democracy and peace. We are a voice for small states and a champion for young people.
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Next week, heads of anti-corruption agencies in #Commonwealth Africa will gather in #Ghana for their annual summit.
They will discuss the impacts of corruption on sustainable development in #Africa and review national and regional efforts to tackle #corruption .
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Have you seen the new Global Youth Development Index Report?
๐ The #YDI tracks progress in youth development in 183 countries across the globe.
๐ธ๐ฌ Singapore ranked top for the second time followed by Denmark, Portugal, Iceland and Slovenia.
Explore the data ๐
Commonwealth Youth
It's been 30 years since the 1st democratic elections in South Africa. In 2024 over 60 countries will go to the polls, a third of these Commonwealth countries.
Our work to promote democracy, peace, human rights & the rule of law is as relevant as ever.
#Commonwealthelections
Happy #IndependenceDay Togo!
Learn more about #Togo and the #Commonwealth ๐: thecommonwealth.org/our-member-couโฆ
Happy #IndependenceDay Sierra Leone!
Learn more about #SierraLeone and the #Commonwealth ๐: ow.ly/Rarr50Rpy3x
Happy #FreedomDay South Africa!
Learn more about #SouthAfrica and the #Commonwealth ๐: ow.ly/KnC550EblkE
Today is a special day as we celebrate 60 years of the Union of the Republic of Tanganyika and the Peoples Republic of Zanzibar to form the United Republic of Tanzania.
Samia Suluhu Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi January Makamba MFA Tanzania Tanzania High Commission in London
Wonderful news to hear His Majesty The King will return to public-facing duties.
His resilience is an inspiration to us all.
I look forward to working closely with His Majesty during this very special year of our 75th celebration of the modern Commonwealth.
The Royal Family
Today the #Commonwealth Secretariat launched the 2023 Global Youth Development Index Report.
Spanning 183 countries, the #YDI reveals progress & critical priorities for enhancing youth well-being and empowerment worldwide.
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#Commonwealth Youth | #Commonwealth At75
The #Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal states:
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Today we celebrate the 75th anniversary of this vibrant union.
#Commonwealth At75
Today we mark the 75th anniversary of the modern #Commonwealth .
The 56 Commonwealth member countries recently came together to mark #Commonwealth Day and renew their commitment to deliver a common and resilient future for all.
Watch the highlights ๐ฅ๐
#Commonwealth At75
Watch a special message from the Commonwealth-Secretary, Patricia Scotland KC, as we celebrate the 75th anniversary of the modern Commonwealth ๐ฅ๐
Learn more ๐: bit.ly/3UzFQzo
#CommonwealthAt75
'When Commonwealth countries take collective decisions, it can move the whole world.'
Today marks 75 years since the signing of the London Declaration - and the founding of the modern #Commonwealth .
Read more ๐: bit.ly/4aRmRWC
#Commonwealth At75
Today we celebrate 75 years of the modern Commonwealth.
Since 1949, the #Commonwealth has grown in both scale and influence with 56 member countries, spanning six continents and representing a third of the world's population.
Discover our history ๐๐พ
#Commonwealth At75
Discover the Commonwealth AI Academy & dive into free Intel online courses on our eLearning Platform, shaping the next wave of leader innovators. Our collaboration with Open Weaver makes it free & easy to create websites and apps ๐๐ฝ thecommonwealth.org/news/we-must-lโฆ
#girlsInICT
Happy #GirlsInICT Day!
Today we celebrate women and girls in #STEM and #ICT across the #Commonwealth with a webinar exploring how to advance gender equality and leadership.
Register to join live at 5pm BST ๐๐พ: bit.ly/44fwoV6
A message from The Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC,
#Commonwealth Secretary-General on International Girls in ICT Day #GirlsInICT