23/10/2024
The Commonwealth Heads of State and Government Summit (CHOGM) is currently ongoing in Apia, Samoa. On Wednesday, 23 October 2024, the Honourable Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, Prime Minister of Samoa, officially launched the Commonwealth Business Forum 2024. In addition to her opening address, several prominent figures shared insights on strategies aimed at enhancing trade within the Commonwealth, focusing on wealth creation and improving the well-being of citizens.
Among the speakers were H.E. Nana Addo Akufo-Addo, President of Ghana, the Honourable Gaston Browne, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, and the Honourable David Lammy, Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom. Key discussions revolved around the elimination of trade barriers and fostering stronger cooperation among the 56 Commonwealth member states. President Akufo-Addo highlighted the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a pivotal partner for advancing trade within the Commonwealth.
Tomorrow, 24 October, the discussions will continue with various panels, including a session on Trade Facilitation. African Desk is pleased to announce that our Executive Chairman will be actively participating in this panel, where we will share our vision on trade and explore ways to enhance business cooperation across the Commonwealth.