St John's:Acting Foreign Minister Humaiun Kobir today led the Bangladesh delegation to the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in St John's, Antigua and Barbuda.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the ceremony took place at the Antigua and Barbuda National Performing Arts Centre this morning (local time). King Charles III, the Head of the Commonwealth, attended the event alongside host Prime Minister Gaston Browne, heads of government, foreign ministers, and heads of delegation from the Commonwealth's 56 member states.
This year's summit is themed "Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth," emphasizing the importance of stronger cooperation, economic engagement, and investment among member countries. Kobir, in his role as acting foreign minister, is scheduled to deliver a statement at the executive session of the Commonwealth Heads of Government later this afternoon (local time).
The Commonwealth summit serves as a platform for member countries to discuss issues of mutual interest and explore opportunities for strengthening cooperation and partnerships.