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The Commonwealth Secretariat, with @EnvironmentRw and partners, supported a UNFCCC Secretariat-led pilot of a centralised Biennial Transparency Report review for African LDCs in Kigali in May.
This model demonstrated how co-ordinated, regional approaches and resource-pooling can improve the quality of BTR reviews, reduce costs and strengthen peer learning.
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Thank you Dr Bernadette Arakwiye, Minister @EnvironmentRw for an unforgettable tour of @Nyandungupark in the middle of Kigali – a model for Commonwealth urban centres grappling with increasing floods and costly disasters.
The park has restored nature, generates clean water for communities and offers a place of relaxation for old and young alike.
Rwanda continues to demonstrate climate leadership and @Commonwealthsec is proud to be part of how it advances the Paris Agreement commitments.
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Jun 13
Three institutions, three different interactions on my first day in Rwanda.
They reinforced my conviction that the exchange of best practices is one of the key benefits of Commonwealth membership.
Thank you @GovernanceRw, @RDBrwanda and @NFPO_Rwanda for the insightful exchanges, which should enhance the value of our support to member countries.
@DodoPicard @BusingyeJohns
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Jun 13
Today, we celebrate the Official Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III, Head of the Commonwealth.
I have long admired His Majesty's commitment to our Commonwealth family and his steadfast dedication to the values that unite us.
My warmest wishes to His Majesty on this special occasion.
ALT Commonwealth Secretary-General, Hon Shirley Botchwey and His Majesty King Charles III
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Last week, ahead of the 62nd @UN_HRC session, our Human Rights Unit convened a briefing in Geneva for Commonwealth member countries, chaired by Samoa, the Commonwealth Chair-in-Office.
The briefing brought together 26 delegates from 23 member countries to discuss upcoming resolutions and strengthen coordination on human rights issues across the Commonwealth.
@AustraliaUN_GVA @UNHumanRights @OHCHR_Pacific @UNGeneva @FCDOGovUK
#CommonwealthHRU #HRC62 #Samoa #HumanRights
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Jun 13
Our Youth Natural Environment Board is inviting young photographers across the Commonwealth to take part in a photo competition 📷 🏆
🔗sbrew.link/YRlXeC7B Deadline: 22 June 👇
ALT Poster for Commonwealth Youth Photography Competition 2026, “Waves of Change,” with close-up fish underwater and £1,000 prize.
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Jun 12
23 young leaders have been selected for the Commonwealth Youth Forum International Taskforce that will lead the planning and delivery of the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum at #CHOGM2026 in Antigua and Barbuda 🇦🇬
Get to know the Taskforce leaders 👉 bit.ly/4utcIsf
#CommonwealthYouth #CYF
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The Commonwealth retweeted
Jun 12
Thank you for the warm welcome to Rwanda. 🇷🇼
I look forward to engaging with leaders and partners in Kigali to strengthen cooperation and advance the Commonwealth agenda for shared prosperity across all 56 member countries.
@RwandaMFA @RwandaGov @RwandaInUK
A warm welcome to Rwanda for the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, @SGCommonwealth, on her working visit to Kigali.
The visit underscores our shared commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing common priorities across the Commonwealth.
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On 18 June, we will be hosting a Marlborough House Dialogue on Pathways to Democratic Resilience.
Join us as speakers including @CPJElmore and High Commissioner HE Karen-Mae Hill, explore how to strengthen democracy, uphold the rule of law and build trusted, inclusive institutions.
🕒 3pm - 5pm BST | Hybrid
Register here: bit.ly/4vay132
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A warm welcome to Rwanda for the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, @SGCommonwealth, on her working visit to Kigali.
The visit underscores our shared commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing common priorities across the Commonwealth.
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Jun 11
RT @Rob_Oliphant: Economic growth depends on transparent, accountable, and predictable democratic institutions. At a time of democratic bac…
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Congratulations to the Gambia and Ghana on their successful reviews by the Committee on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers in Geneva last week.
Our Human Rights Unit is proud to have supported both countries in preparing for their reviews and is committed to continuing its support as they implement the Committee’s recommendations.
🔗 Learn more about our human rights work: bit.ly/3TgQrhp
#CMW #CommonwealthHRU @GMGenevaMission @ghanaingeneva @MLJE_Gov
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From the Caribbean and the Americas to Africa, Europe and the Pacific, Commonwealth countries are ready for football's biggest stage.
We wish Australia, Canada, England, Ghana, Jamaica, New Zealand, Scotland and South Africa every success in the FIFA World Cup.
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The Commonwealth retweeted
Jun 10
Tomorrow the world will be united by another #WorldCup.
Across our member countries, fans will cheer on their teams and share in the excitement and pride that football inspires.
Just days after the World Cup, athletes from across our Commonwealth family will gather for @Glasgow_2026, showcasing the very best of sportsmanship, skill and our shared values.
Together, we will be scoring a goal for the Commonwealth. ⚽️
#Glasgow2026
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Jun 10
I thank @FCDOGovUK and @dfat for their additional financial support for our work on helping member countries engage effectively with @UN human rights processes in Geneva.
Through this support over the past three years, we have helped 44 Commonwealth countries fulfil their international human rights obligations - a core value of the Commonwealth Charter.
#CommonwealthHRU @AustraliaUN_GVA @UKMissionGeneva @KumarIyerUK
The Commonwealth Small States Office in Geneva is vital for meaningful engagement in the human rights system by small States, including many from the Pacific. Last night, 🇦🇺and 🇬🇧 announced new funding to support ongoing work by the CSSO's human rights advisors.
@UKMissionGeneva
ALT Photo of Ambassador Walsh of Australia, Ambassador Iyer of the UK, CSSO Chargée d'affaires and two CSSO Human Rights Advisers posing for a photo at the event.
ALT CSSO family photo of all guests at the event.
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Welcome Awa @Dabokunda and thank you for joining us to celebrate the work of the Commonwealth Small States Office yesterday evening.
@UNHumanRights
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I'm delighted to welcome our new Deputy High Commissioner, Awa Dabo @Dabokunda, who recently joined our Office, bringing a wealth of @UN experience.
Welcome, Awa! Your commitment and leadership will be invaluable as we continue our efforts to protect human rights for all.
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The Commonwealth Small States Office in Geneva is vital for meaningful engagement in the human rights system by small States, including many from the Pacific. Last night, 🇦🇺and 🇬🇧 announced new funding to support ongoing work by the CSSO's human rights advisors.
@UKMissionGeneva
ALT Photo of Ambassador Walsh of Australia, Ambassador Iyer of the UK, CSSO Chargée d'affaires and two CSSO Human Rights Advisers posing for a photo at the event.
ALT CSSO family photo of all guests at the event.
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