ABSTRACT
The purpose of this Colloquium is to devise a strategy to strengthen the democratic framework within Commonwealth jurisdictions, in harmony with the Harare Declaration – a pledge made by Heads of Government, in 1991, to work with renewed vigour to protect and promote the values of democracy; just and honest government; the rule of law; and the independence of the judiciary throughout the Commonwealth. You have set yourselves an ambitious task. I applaud it. By the end of this Colloquium, you will have considered many of the key issues facing all nations committed to democracy and the rule of law – the fundamental building blocks for a modern, decent society.
