On 20th July 2009, the Foreign Secretary launched the ‘Commonwealth Conversation’, a global debate on the future of the Commonwealth led independently by the Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS).   As the Commonwealth turns 60 in 2009, this landmark year offers the perfect opportunity to reflect upon the past, stimulate new discussion and seek consensus on the future of the association.

Delivered and led by the independent Royal Commonwealth Society, the Conversation is an ambitious public consultation on the future of the 53-member association. Using online discussion forums, focus groups, opinion polling, and events around the world, the 'Commonwealth Conversation' provides a platform for governments, civil society organisations and the public around the world to debate the future of the Commonwealth.