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Sierra Leone’s commitment to deepening its engagement with the Commonwealth was underscored at a bilateral meeting held during the 2024 Commonwealth Business Forum in Samoa. In the meeting, President H.E. Julius Maada Bio and CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland agreed on formalising a Strategic Partnership designed to advance Sierra Leone’s development priorities and leverage opportunities across… Continue reading Sierra Leone Strengthens Ties with the Commonwealth at the 2024 Commonwealth Business Forum

The 13th Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF), was held in Apia, Samoa, on 23 – 24 October 2024. The Forum addressed the CHOGM Theme ‘One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Common Wealth.’ CBF 2024 was co-hosted by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council and the Government of Samoa, in partnership with the Samoa Chamber of Commerce… Continue reading CWEIC Hosts Landmark 13th Commonwealth Business Forum in Samoa

As Commonwealth leaders gather in Samoa for CHOGM 2024, CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland has written for The Spectator Australia, on the role that the Commonwealth can play in bolstering Australia’s regional influence. Exploring the history of Australian perceptions of the Commonwealth, Lord Marland emphasised the importance of the English language and common law legal systems… Continue reading Opinion Piece: Taking advantage of the Commonwealth – Lord Marland

Prime Minister Victoire Tomégah-Dogbé is taking part in the proceedings on behalf of the Head of State, His Excellency Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé. On Thursday 24 October 2024, the Head of Government held a bilateral meeting with a delegation from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council. In a brief presentation, the Prime Minister outlined the various… Continue reading CWEIC Meets With Prime Minister of Togo on Sidelines of the Commonwealth Business Forum

In an interview with Newsroom’s Sharon Brettkelly, Lord Jonathan Marland, chair of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council and Co-Chair of the Commonwealth Business Forum, made a compelling call for a Commonwealth-wide free trade agreement, warning that without decisive action, the Commonwealth could lose its relevance on the global stage. At the Commonwealth Business Forum… Continue reading Lord Marland Calls for Bold Commonwealth Free Trade Agreement in Newsroom New Zealand Interview

At the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa, leaders announced the selection of the Honourable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, currently Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ghana, as the incoming Secretary-General of the Commonwealth. Commenting on her new appointment, Botchwey emphasised the importance of trade as well as the key priorities of… Continue reading Next Secretary-General Of The Commonwealth Announced At CHOGM 2024

Any international organisation is only as valuable as its ability to respond to new challenges – and, speaking to New Zealand-based Pacific Media Network, CWEIC Deputy Chair Lord Swire demonstrated that the Commonwealth is doing just that. Speaking to PMN’s ‘Alakihihifo Vailala, Lord Swire recognised the importance of climate change as a central issue for… Continue reading Lord Swire Speaks to Pacific News Network To Discuss Value of the Commonwealth Ahead Of CHOGM

Samoa 2024 marked the first ever CHOGM to be hosted in the South Pacific, drawing attention to the region at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions. Speaking to The Sydney Morning Herald, CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland reflected on how strengthening relationships with its Commonwealth partners could help Australia to advance its security objectives in the… Continue reading Sydney Morning Herald – Historic CHOGM in Samoa Highlights Pacific Partnerships and Sovereignty, Says CWEIC Chairman Lord Marland

As the world’s attention shifts to CHOGM 2024 in Samoa, CWEIC’s Chairman, Lord Marland, shared his insights in an interview with the BBC, discussing the significant opportunities this year’s event presents for the Commonwealth. His remarks highlighted the King’s recent visit to Australia, the ongoing process of selecting a new Secretary-General, and the potential for… Continue reading Lord Marland Appears on BBC Newsday to discuss the Commonwealth Business Forum in Apia

During their visit to Samoa for the Commonwealth Business Forum, Lord Marland and Lord Swire took the opportunity to engage with some of Samoa’s most culturally and historically significant sites. These visits highlighted Samoa’s unique heritage and underscored its place within the Commonwealth’s tapestry of diversity. The first stop was the tomb of the famous… Continue reading CWEIC Visits Samoa’s Cultural and Historical Landmarks ahead of CBF