Successful Convening of Commonwealth Liaison Committee Meeting and the Media Liaison Committee Meeting Advances CHOGM 2026 Preparations
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda today successfully presented its ongoing preparations for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) during the Liaison Committee Meetings and the Media Liaison Committee Meetings on 26th March 2026. The meeting was held virtually, as the country prepares to host the high-level event in St. John’s from 1st to 4th November 2026.
The first session brought together key national stakeholders, technical leads, and members of the CHOGM Taskforce to assess progress across critical operational areas. Discussions focused on venue readiness, accreditation systems, delegate transportation, security coordination, conference materials, and overall logistics planning. Emphasis was placed on strengthening inter-agency coordination and ensuring alignment with established timelines ahead of the upcoming Advance Visits in St. John’s, scheduled for 28th to 29th April and 5th to 6th May 2026.
The second session, convened as the Media Liaison Committee Meeting, focused on communications and public engagement strategies. Participants reviewed plans for media accreditation, establishment of the Media Centre, digital platforms including the official CHOGM website and mobile application, and international media outreach. The Committee underscored the importance of clear, consistent messaging to effectively showcase Antigua and Barbuda as a premier host nation.
Both sessions highlighted the Government’s commitment to delivering a seamless, well-coordinated, and impactful CHOGM 2026. Continued collaboration with the Commonwealth Secretariat and international partners remains central to ensuring that all operational and protocol requirements are met to the highest standard.
Speaking on the outcomes of the meetings, E.P. Chet Greene, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Barbuda Affairs and Chairman of the CHOGM Taskforce, stated:
“Today’s engagements demonstrate the level of coordination, commitment, and national alignment required to deliver a successful CHOGM. Antigua and Barbuda is fully mobilised across all sectors, and we are working in close partnership with the Commonwealth Secretariat and our international partners to ensure that every element – from logistics to media engagement – is executed to the highest standard. We look forward with confidence to welcoming the Commonwealth family to our shores in November.”
The Liaison Committee Meetings and the Media Liaison Committee Meetings form part of a structured engagement framework designed to monitor progress, address gaps, and reinforce coordination among all stakeholders involved in the planning and execution of CHOGM 2026.
Antigua and Barbuda looks forward to welcoming Commonwealth leaders, delegates, and partners to St. John’s in November 2026 under the theme: “Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth.”