Colombo, May 23 -- Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Harini Amarasuriya has described the Commonwealth as "a really important forum" for its member countries at a time of growing geopolitical tensions and instability, as per a statement by the Commonwealth.

Following her first official meeting with Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey at Marlborough House on May 21 2026, the Prime Minister said that institutions, such as the Commonwealth, build trust and promote understanding during periods of global uncertainty.

She stressed the importance of institutions such as the Commonwealth at a time when multilateralism is under threat, and international law is increasingly being challenged and disregarded.

Prime Minister Amarasuriya said:...