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Tok Mat to lead Malaysia's delegation to CHOGM 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda

PUTRAJAYA: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will lead Malaysia’s delegation to the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2026) and related meetings in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, from Nov 1 to 4.

Tok Mat to lead Malaysia's delegation to CHOGM 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda

PUTRAJAYA: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan will head Malaysia's team for the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM 2026) and associated events in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda, from November 1 to 4, according to a statement from the Foreign Ministry, also known as Wisma Putra.

The CHOGM 2026, with the theme 'Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth', will gather Heads of State/Government and Ministers from 56 Commonwealth Member States. The foreign minister will attend a series of high-level meetings and engage in bilateral discussions with his counterparts. The focus of the discussions will be on enhancing South-South Cooperation, closing the global development gap, and promoting trade and investment among Commonwealth countries, as stated in the statement.

Wisma Putra emphasized that Malaysia's involvement in CHOGM 2026 demonstrates the Government's dedication to upholding the values and principles outlined in the Commonwealth Charter, as well as fostering cooperation among Member States.

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