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Zimbabwe: Commonwealth

Asked by Sir Andrew MitchellConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 23 June 2025UIN 57617

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether his Department supports the return of Zimbabwe to full membership of the Commonwealth.

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

The Government has always been clear that we want to see Zimbabwe return to the Commonwealth when the time is right. We recognise there has been progress, but further steps are needed on democracy, governance and human rights. Decisions on Commonwealth membership are for all member states. The UK has expressed support for a further Commonwealth assessment mission.

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