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Connecting Cultures in the Commonwealth through music: Released: 7 February 2012; South African musician Hugh Masekela celebrates the 2012 Commonwealth theme at concert
Commonwealth Secretariat spokesperson's statement on Maldives: Released: 7 February 2012; A Secretariat team has arrived in Maldives to explore how the Commonwealth can respond to the country’s urgent priorities
Gender equality through trade: Released: 6 February 2012; Moving towards gender equality through economic empowerment of women
Commonwealth News speaks to women entrepreneurs: Released: 6 February 2012; "We have to recognise the potential of women, and encourage their entrepreneurial spirit"
The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust is launched: Released: 6 February 2012; Trust will raise funds for projects in the Commonwealth
Commonwealth journalists call for repeal of repressive media legislation: Released: 3 February 2012; Triennial conference in Malta explores new media and new horizons for the Commonwealth
Sharma mourns loss of lives in Papua New Guinea ferry disaster: Released: 2 February 2012; Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma applauds the rescue efforts underway
Commonwealth Secretariat spokesperson's statement on Maldives: Released: 2 February 2012; "The Commonwealth Secretariat welcomes the invitation of the Government of Maldives to assist in addressing its current challenges. A Secretariat delegation will visit Maldives shortly for discussions with key interlocutors"