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Leaders of some 54 countries – from Africa, Europe, Asia, and Southern America – have converged on Kigali, Rwanda, until 25 June for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Philip Murphy, a professor of Commonwealth history (School of Advanced Study) examines the expectations and limitations of the Kigali conference.

The combined GDP of Commonwealth countries is now around $13 trillion and is estimated to reach $19.5 trillion in 2027.

The Prince of Whales, Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla are expected to arrive in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda this Tuesday.

Commonwealth's gender equality obligations are a concern for Heads of Government.

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