Every two years, Commonwealth leaders meet at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) to discuss global and Commonwealth issues, and to agree on collective policies and initiatives.
Exerpt from Julia Gilliard Opening speech for chogm.
"Friends, 2011 is a fitting moment for reflection and renewal because it marks the 80th anniversary of our association.
80 years since our predecessors endorsed the Statute of Westminster in 1931.
That year saw Gandhi imprisoned in the struggle for India's freedom.
Australia marvelled at the batting feats of a young cricketer called Bradman.
And a baby named Desmond Tutu was born in a remote town in the Transvaal.
Recently Archbishop Tutu celebrated his 80th birthday, and it is amazing to think of the changes that have occurred in just one lifetime"
Exerpt from Julia Gilliard Opening speech for chogm.
"Friends, 2011 is a fitting moment for reflection and renewal because it marks the 80th anniversary of our association.
80 years since our predecessors endorsed the Statute of Westminster in 1931.
That year saw Gandhi imprisoned in the struggle for India's freedom.
Australia marvelled at the batting feats of a young cricketer called Bradman.
And a baby named Desmond Tutu was born in a remote town in the Transvaal.
Recently Archbishop Tutu celebrated his 80th birthday, and it is amazing to think of the changes that have occurred in just one lifetime"
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