Commonwealth of Nations

Political association of mostly former British Empire territories

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The Commonwealth of Nations, often simply referred to as the Commonwealth, is an international association of 56 member states, the vast majority of which are former territories of the British Empire from which it developed. They are connected through their use of the English language and historical-cultural ties. The chief institutions of the organisation are the Commonwealth Secretariat, which focuses on intergovernmental relations, and the Commonwealth Foundation, which focuses on non-governmental relations between member nations. Numerous organisations are associated with and operate within the Commonwealth.

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King had chance to define vision for Commonwealth on Kenya visit - and it's being hailed a success Even with four days there seemed a lot to do in Kenya. This was a moment for the King to define his vision for the Commonwealth. Sky News - Published on November 3, 2023
Royal state visit to Kenya will acknowledge 'painful aspects' of shared history The King and Queen will make a state visit to Kenya at the end of October to help shore up relations with the Commonwealth. Sky News - Published on October 11, 2023
GB's Richards wins at Mountain Bike World Cup Commonwealth champion Evie Richards wins the women's cross-country short track race in West Virginia. BBC Sport - Published on September 30, 2023

'I almost lost my Commonwealth bronze at the dancing' Scotland's Commonwealth Games squash bronze medallist Rory Stewart on Birmingham celebrations and how Covid revived his career. BBC Sport - Published on September 19, 2023
Sisters to swap England for Barbados at World Cup Commonwealth gold medallist Kadeen Corbin and sister Sasha will switch nationalities from England to play for Barbados at this year's Netball World Cup. BBC Sport - Published on June 22, 2023
England's Commonwealth gold winner Harten retires Experienced England shooter Jo Harten, who won gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, announces her retirement from international netball. BBC Sport - Published on April 24, 2023

Why are top Indian wrestlers protesting in Delhi? Know sexual assault allegations against WFI's Brij Bhushan Top Indian wrestlers, including Asian Games and Commonwealth winners, are now protesting against WFI chief Brij Bhushan and here's the reason why. DNA - Published on April 23, 2023
Rope climbs & backflips with Courtney Tulloch Liam Loftus catches up with double Commonwealth champion Courtney Tulloch before the British Gymnastics Championships to learn rope climbing, the rings and a backward somersault. BBC Sport - Published on March 24, 2023
PM Modi speaks with King Charles III of UK PM Modi spoke with King Charles III of the United Kingdom and the two discussed issues such as climate action, conservation of biodiversity and innovative solutions for financing energy-transition, the.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 3, 2023
Campbell wins two silvers at World Championships Commonwealth gold medal winner Emily Campbell wins two silver medals at the World Weightlifting Championships. BBC Sport - Published on December 16, 2022

Alys Thomas: Wrist injury forces Olympic swimmer's retirement Former Commonwealth champion Alys Thomas has been advised to end her career immediately to avoid potentially permanent damage to her wrist. BBC Sport - Published on October 4, 2022
Key moments in the 10 days since the Queen's death It has been 10 days since the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96 - Britain's longest-reigning monarch who devoted her life to serving the UK and the Commonwealth for 70 years. Sky News - Published on September 17, 2022
Can the Commonwealth survive the Queen's death - and should it? Few would argue that the Queen was a tireless advocate and supporter of the Commonwealth. Sky News - Published on September 13, 2022	Australian PM says he will not hold republic referendum during his first term out of 'deep respect' for Queen In his first international interview since the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has told Sky News that he will not hold a referendum on whether Australia.. Sky News - Published on September 11, 2022
Woken at 5am by police officers at the bedroom door: How Commonwealth leaders heard the Queen had died The Prime Minister of New Zealand has told how she was woken at 5am by a police officer shining a torch into her bedroom - to tell her the news of the Queen's death. Sky News - Published on September 9, 2022	Health issues the Queen has faced in recent years The thoughts of the nation and the Commonwealth have turned to the Queen after Buckingham Palace announced her doctors are "concerned for her health". Sky News - Published on September 8, 2022
Commonwealth Games: Scotland's Eilish McColgan wins 10,000m gold Scotland's Eilish McColgan wins her first major title as she strides away to the Commonwealth 10,000m title in style. BBC Sport - Published on August 3, 2022	Commonwealth Games 2022: Hannah Cockroft wins first ever Commonwealth gold Watch as Hannah Cockroft wins her first ever Commonwealth gold in the T33/34 100m final at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. BBC Sport - Published on August 2, 2022
How cricket reflects and reveals the Commonwealth legacy like no other sport As it makes its debut in the Commonwealth Games, BBC Sport looks at how cricket best reflects the Commonwealth and that part of history like no other sport. BBC Sport - Published on August 2, 2022	Commonwealth Games: Neil Fachie wins tandem time trial gold Watch Scotland's Neil Fachie become a five-time Commonwealth gold medallist with victory in the men's tandem 1,000m time trial at Birmingham 2022. BBC Sport - Published on July 29, 2022
India, UK to jointly train Commonwealth diplomats India and UK on Saturday announced the establishment of a joint India-UK Commonwealth Diplomatic Academy programme. IndiaTimes - Published on June 26, 2022	Prince Charles expresses 'personal sorrow' at 'slavery's enduring impact' The Prince of Wales has expressed his "personal sorrow" about "slavery's enduring impact" and addressed the contentious issue of other Commonwealth countries cutting ties with the Royal Family in a.. Sky News - Published on June 24, 2022
Prince Charles expected to address Commonwealth countries looking to cut ties with Royal Family The Prince of Wales is expected to address the contentious issue of other Commonwealth countries cutting ties with the Royal Family in a speech at the opening of the Commonwealth Heads of Government.. Sky News - Published on June 23, 2022	Camilla gives one of her strongest speeches on domestic violence - as she calls Queen 'mother-in-law' The Duchess of Cornwall has called for action and "solutions" from Commonwealth nations in one of her strongest speeches to date on sexual violence against women, telling member states they must.. Sky News - Published on June 23, 2022
Prince William suggests Commonwealth could be led by a non-royal one day Prince William has ended a tour of the Caribbean by suggesting he doesn't mind if he isn't head of the Commonwealth in future - and that he believes one day it may be led by someone other than a member.. Sky News - Published on March 26, 2022	Queen will not attend service for the Commonwealth on Monday The Queen will not attend a Commonwealth service at Westminster Abbey on Monday and will instead be represented by Prince Charles, Buckingham Palace has said. Sky News - Published on March 11, 2022