Antigua and Barbuda ignites Commonwealth journey to CHOGM 2026 with new theme on partnership and prosperity

The announcement, made jointly by Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Hon Gaston Browne and Commonwealth Secretary-General Hon Shirley Botchwey, took place in St. John's as part of the Secretary-General’s first official visit to the country. Theme reflects unity and shared prosperity The theme, 'Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth' sets the vision and ambition for CHOGM 2026, which will bring together leaders from 56 Commonwealth nations to strengthen collaboration, drive sustainable investment, and deliver shared prosperity across the Commonwealth. Prime Minister Gaston Browne said the theme reflects Antigua and Barbuda’s enduring belief in unity, progress, and equality among nations: “The theme speaks to a truth we live by in Antigua and Barbuda: when each of us plays our part - in our homes, our communities, and our nations - we all move forward. It echoes our national motto, ‘Each Endeavouring, All Achieving’, reminding us that real progress happens when we work together to build a future where everyone has the chance to thrive. Antigua and Barbuda is proud to open our doors to the Commonwealth in 2026 - to host, to li...