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News Archive

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Commonwealth Secretary-General expresses serious concern over death threats at Asma Jahangir
Released:  8 June 2012
Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma has expressed serious concern over the credible and extremely worrying reports of death threats directed at Asma Jahangir, whom he personally appointed to the former Commonwealth Eminent Persons Group in light of her integrity, professional expertise, global standing and the valuable perspectives she could contribute.

Commonwealth signs ‘significant’ agreement with IDEA
Released:  7 June 2012
"Developing and strengthening democratic institutions and processes is a cornerstone of the Commonwealth’s work"– Masire-Mwamba

Commonwealth leaders pay tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II
Released:  6 June 2012
Commonwealth Diamond Jubilee lunch hosted at Marlborough House

Commonwealth Secretary-General mourns loss of life following Dana Air plane crash
Released:  5 June 2012
"I am sure I speak for the whole Commonwealth family when I offer my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to all those who have lost loved ones in this accident" - Kamalesh Sharma

Queen celebrates Diamond Jubilee with Commonwealth leaders
Released:  5 June 2012
Commonwealth Heads of Government will present HM Queen Elizabeth II with a commemorative gift to mark her 60 years as Head of the Commonwealth

Commonwealth lights beacons
Released:  4 June 2012
Commonwealth countries are first to light beacons celebrating HM Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee as Head of the Commonwealth

Commonwealth Statement on Maldives’ Commission of National Inquiry
Released:  4 June 2012
Government of Maldives and former President Nasheed reach agreement on the nominee to the country’s Commission of National Inquiry

Commonwealth on display at Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant
Released:  3 June 2012
Flotilla of boats pays tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II, Head of the Commonwealth

Commonwealth acts enthral at Diamond Jubilee festival
Released:  2 June 2012
Performers showcase the rich cultures and creativity of the Commonwealth at festival celebrating Diamond Jubilee

Commonwealth Observer Group Chair's departure statement following Lesotho elections
Released:  1 June 2012
"I depart The Kingdom of Lesotho with the fervent hope that the assurances stakeholders gave that the transition process will be credible will be followed through, so that the will of the people is respected" - Dr Bakili Muluzi