Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has said Antigua and Barbuda is intensifying preparations to welcome world leaders for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
Greene revealed that officials are in final discussions with Buckingham Palace and the Commonwealth Secretariat to settle key arrangements for the high-level gathering.
“Our permanent secretary leaves this weekend to meet with the Commonwealth Secretariat to formalise some of what is going to happen next year here in Antigua,” Greene said, noting that the island is ready to take on its role as host.
The minister said the meeting would provide a chance to highlight Antigua and Barbuda’s diplomatic standing and showcase the Caribbean’s growing collaboration with Africa. He welcomed Zambia’s participation, pointing out that the event is expected to draw strong African representation.
“It will be perhaps the first occasion to show the unity that we are now promoting,” Greene remarked, referencing the momentum built at the recent African Union–CARICOM summit.
Greene added that Antigua and Barbuda anticipates a large Zambian delegation at CHOGM, reflecting the importance of strengthening South–South ties.
The gathering is expected to be one of the most significant international events ever staged in the twin-island state, with leaders from across the Commonwealth converging in St John’s for discussions on global development, democracy, and cooperation.
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