MALAYSIA CELEBRATES COMMONWEALTH DAY 2023, MONDAY, 13 MARCH 2023
MALAYSIA CELEBRATES COMMONWEALTH DAY 2023,
MONDAY, 13 MARCH 2023
Malaysia joins 55 other Commonwealth member countries to commemorate the Commonwealth Day on 13 March 2023. This year the Commonwealth Day would also celebrate the Commonwealth Year of Peace and the Commonwealth Year of Youth, along with the commemoration of the 10th anniversary of the signing of the historic Commonwealth Charter.
The annual observance of Commonwealth Day holds immense significance as it underscores the shared historical, cultural and fundamental principles of the 56 Commonwealth member countries including greater understanding, cooperation, and collaboration towards democratic ideals, human rights and sustainable progress.
The theme chosen for this year’s Commonwealth Day, "Forging a Sustainable and Peaceful Common Future," emphasizes the urgent need for international cooperation and sustainable growth to tackle the intricate challenges presented in today's post- pandemic world.
Malaysia looks forward to the upcoming Commonwealth events and meetings planned throughout the year and to the continued implementation of CHOGM 2022 outcome documents in fostering peace and ensuring sustainable development for the entire Commonwealth family.
PUTRAJAYA
13 March 2023