2026 Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting

Dates - 4 days

Feb 9 – Feb 12, 2026

At the meeting, ministers will examine progress in advancing access to justice and seek consensus on practical steps to remove barriers that prevent people from having their legal needs met. The agenda will address a broad range of issues, including the role of technology in justice delivery, model contracts for natural resource governance, legal reform tools, and stronger protections for fundamental rights. Outcomes from the meeting will inform the Commonwealth Secretariat’s ongoing work under

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