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Commonwealth ministers call for new ways of managing ocean resources
Ministers agree to intensify efforts to create greater understanding of the value of ocean resources in national development and new ways of working together to agree goals for ocean management
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Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group to meet on Maldives
Ministers to discuss findings of ministerial mission
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Commonwealth Expert Team issues Final Report on November 2011 Presidential Election in The Gambia
Peaceful and well organised election with an impressive turn-out, but democratic reforms must be urgently pursued
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Commonwealth to convene judicial seminar in Papua New Guinea
The Commonwealth Secretariat will convene a seminar for Papua New Guinea judges from 23 to 24 February 2012 on judicial independence and ethics.
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Departure Statement - Commonwealth ministerial mission to Maldives
A Commonwealth ministerial mission has been in the Maldives capital, Male, to gain a better understanding of recent events in the South Asian state
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Arrival Statement - Commonwealth ministerial mission to Maldives
A Commonwealth ministerial mission has arrived in the Maldives capital, Male, to gain a better understanding of recent events in the South Asian state
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Commonwealth Secretary-General to Pakistan: You can always count on us
Message by Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma. Mr Sharma is visiting Islamabad, Pakistan, from 16 to 19 February, 2012.
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Commonwealth ministers to arrive in Maldives Friday
Delegation will hold discussions with key interlocutors on circumstances surrounding the resignation of President Mohamed Nasheed
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Send in photos, video, audio or stories showing your culture and we'll feature a selection on our websites and Facebook page
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African symposium explores natural fibres
South Africa conference looks at the economic potential of natural fibres
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Sport, Culture & Arts
Throughout the Commonwealth nations, sport, culture and arts have the power to transform communities and the lives of individuals. This sections looks at how sport can leverage social and economic development, especially if the opportunities for women in sport are increased. The potential for each Commonwealth citizen is considered, in regards to their education and career prospects. In terms of opportunities for communities, culture in particular is discussed as a catalyst for the regeneration of run-down areas. This section also considers how sport, culture and arts can play a vital role in creating and maintaining peace, and in unifying nations.
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Building a strong foundation: effective child and youth development through sport and play
Promoting gender equality and sport
Sport as a vehicle for sustainable peace
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