Minister Greene Moderates Commonwealth Foreign Ministers Session and Advances CHOGM 2026 Preparations in London

Published on: March 8th 2026 News by : HIGH COMMISSION FOR ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA

St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda - The Honourable E.P. Chet Greene, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Barbuda Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda, has commenced his official engagements in the United Kingdom by participating in the Commonwealth Foreign Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) in London, where he moderated the Open Session of Commonwealth Foreign Ministers

In this role, Minister Greene led a high-level exchange among ministers on key issues shaping the future of the Commonwealth and the global multilateral system.

Discussions focused on the future of multilateralism in the current global context, including the role of Commonwealth Foreign Ministers in strengthening cooperation and advancing reforms proposed by the Commonwealth Secretary-General. Ministers also examined the continued relevance of the Commonwealth in the current global democratic climate, highlighting the important role of the Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) in safeguarding and promoting Commonwealth values.

The session further explored innovative approaches to economic diplomacy within the Commonwealth, including ways to accelerate the removal of trade barriers and facilitate increased trade and investment among Commonwealth member states. Ministers also discussed strategies to strengthen resilience across the Commonwealth, including advancing common positions on global initiatives such as the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS), Bridgetown Initiative and enhancing coordination within international governance platforms, including the EU, G7, G20, and BRICS.

Addressing colleagues during the meeting, Minister Greene also provided a comprehensive update on Antigua and Barbuda’s preparations to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026, which will take place in St. John’s from 1st - 4th November, 2026.

““Antigua and Barbuda is deeply honoured to host CHOGM 2026,” Minister Greene stated. “Our preparations are advancing steadily, and we look forward to welcoming Commonwealth leaders to St. John’s for a meeting that will strengthen partnerships, accelerate investment, and advance the shared prosperity of our Commonwealth family”.

On the margins of the meeting, Minister Greene held several productive bilateral engagements with international partners to deepen diplomatic cooperation and discuss areas of mutual interest.

These included meetings with:

• Honourable Robert Oliphant MP, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada
• Honourable Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India
• Honourable Dr. Ian Borg MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of Malta
• Honourable Dr. Khalilur Rahman, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh
• Mr. Luke Goh, Permanent Secretary for Law and Foreign Affairs of Singapore

Minister Greene emphasised that these discussions strengthened bilateral partnerships and built momentum toward CHOGM 2026.

"“The Commonwealth remains an important platform for collaboration, dialogue and opportunity,” Minister Greene noted. “Through partnerships and shared action, we can build resilience, unlock economic opportunity, and ensure that the Commonwealth continues to deliver meaningful benefits for our people.”"

Minister Greene’s visit to the United Kingdom continues with participation in Commonwealth Day celebrations, including the Commonwealth Day Service of Celebration and other official engagements with Commonwealth partners and members of the Antiguan and Barbudan diaspora.