Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has embarked on an official visit to Samoa to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024. The event, which takes place from October 21 to 26, brings together leaders from across the Commonwealth to discuss pressing global issues. The Vice President is accompanied by a high-level government delegation and is expected to participate in various events, delivering remarks and interventions on behalf of the Maldives.
CHOGM, held biennially, serves as an important platform for the Commonwealth’s 56 member nations to collaborate on issues of mutual concern. Discussions at this year’s meeting are likely to focus on sustainable development, climate change, trade, and human rights. For the Maldives, CHOGM presents an opportunity to raise awareness about the nation’s unique challenges, particularly its vulnerability to climate change.
As a small island nation, the Maldives has long advocated for stronger international action on climate-related issues, and CHOGM provides a forum to push for greater commitments from member states. Furthermore, the meeting offers the Maldives a chance to enhance diplomatic relations with Commonwealth countries, explore new trade opportunities, and strengthen its presence on the international stage.
The outcomes of CHOGM will be critical for fostering cooperation among member nations, particularly in addressing shared challenges like economic development and environmental sustainability. For the Maldives, active participation in the discussions will be key to securing support for its national priorities and contributing to the broader Commonwealth agenda.
