Commonwealth Leaders Gather in Antigua and Barbuda for CHOGM 2026
Heads of state including King Charles III and Presidents Paul Kagame and John Mahama meet in Antigua and Barbuda to discuss trade and sustainable development.
The 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 is currently taking place in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda. Convened and presided over by King Charles III, the summit brings together 30 Heads of State and Government under the theme Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth.
Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda, arrived in St. John’s to participate in the summit's high-level sessions and a ceremonial parade marking the 45th anniversary of Antigua and Barbuda’s independence. President Kagame is scheduled to join Prime Minister Andrew Holness of Jamaica and Deputy Prime Minister Mulipola Anarosa Ale Molioʻo of Samoa on a high-level panel focused on unlocking the potential of the Commonwealth.
President John Mahama of Ghana is also attending the summit to advocate for the interests of Ghana and the African continent. The gathering, hosted by Prime Minister Gaston Browne, focuses on increasing intra-Commonwealth trade and high-impact investment while addressing global challenges such as climate change, governance, and sustainable development.
