Bangladesh has been unanimously elected as a member of the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Commonwealth Board of Governors for the term 2026-28.
Bangladesh was elected a member of the Executive Committee (EC) from the Asia-Europe region at the meeting of the Commonwealth Board of Governors held at the Commonwealth Secretariat in London on Wednesday (May 20). The acting high commissioner of Bangladesh in London represented Bangladesh at the board meeting. Nazrul Islam.
The Commonwealth Executive Committee consists of 16 members, of which eight are elected from the highest contributing member states and the remaining eight members are elected from the four territories.
The Executive Committee is responsible for overseeing all matters relating to finance, personnel and administration of the Commonwealth Secretariat. The Committee also makes policy recommendations to the Commonwealth Board of Governors. The Committee scrutinizes membership of new and recognized Commonwealth Organizations (AOs).
Bangladesh’s unanimous election to the Executive Committee (EXCO) reflects Bangladesh’s deep commitment, active contribution and strong leadership within the Commonwealth.
Notably, Bangladesh became the first member of an international organization after independence. Bangladesh has been elected as exco member twice in 2018-20 and 2022-24.
