The most recent member is Rwanda, which was admitted at the 2009 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Trinidad and Tobago. This openness and flexibility are integral to the Commonwealth’s effectiveness.Įmphasis on equality has helped it play a lead role in decolonisation, combating racism and advancing sustainable development in poor countries.
This unique association was reconstituted in 1949 when Commonwealth Prime Ministers met and adopted what has become known as the 'London Declaration' where it was agreed all member countries would be "freely and equally associated."Ĭommonwealth countries work together in a spirit of cooperation, partnership and understanding. The Commonwealth, with roots as far back as the 1870s, believes that the best democracies are achieved through partnerships of governments, business and civil society. The world's largest and smallest, richest and poorest countries make up the Commonwealth and are home to two billion citizens of all faiths and ethnicities – over half of whom are 25 or under.
The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 54 countries that support each other and work together towards shared goals in democracy and development.
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