As Commonwealth Leaders Meet, Questions Over Purpose, Leadership

Leaders from around the world are gathered in London for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Questions linger over the Commonwealth’s future: what is it for, and what role should the former imperial power Britain play?  In her opening address to the summit, Britain’s Queen Elizabeth - the head of the Commonwealth – made it clear she wants its leadership to stay in the family. “It is my sincere wish that the Commonwealth will continue to offer stability and continuity for future generations.