Significant progress has been made and we are excited by the initial concepts that aim to reset and reimagine the Games. We are now working with the relevant Commonwealth Games Associations (CGAs) to undertake further detailed assessments, and aim to announce the host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in May. Our CGAs have asked that their proposals remain confidential during this process and we have agreed. 

The CGF would like to thank all the CGAs involved in this process for their hard work and commitment to the Commonwealth Sport Movement, as well as the athletes, International Federations, National Governing Bodies and wider stakeholders for their continued patience and support. 

Alongside this process, the CGF continues to accelerate work to refresh the Games, a key commitment of Commonwealth United, our 2023-2034 Strategic Plan, including exploring innovative new concepts and event opportunities and consulting with leaders across the global sporting landscape. 

Importantly, we have focused on how we can transform the Commonwealth Games into a collaborative and truly sustainable model, minimising costs and reducing the environmental footprint while increasing social impact. Through this work we aim to create a modern, flexible blueprint for the future that inspires athletes, excites International Federations and potential hosts, and is in the best interests of the wider Commonwealth Sport Movement. 

The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), chaired since the last Assembly by Chris Jenkins, is the organisation responsible for the governance and control of the Commonwealth Games and the Commonwealth Youth Games, and for delivering the vision of the Commonwealth Sport Movement: 'Our Commonwealth, united through sport'. 

Our mission is to deliver inspiring and impactful Games, to inspire and empower athletes and young people, and to promote equality in sport and society across the Commonwealth. Founded in 1930, the Commonwealth Sport Movement brings together 74 independent nations and territories, creating a diverse Commonwealth community of over 2.5 billion people, representing one third of the world's population. 

Together we stand as a beacon of unity, diversity, and equality, fully integrating Para athletes, promoting gender equality and advocating for legacy and social change through sport."