Without fail, wherever WOW gathers, I have met the most extraordinary and impressive women who have, quite simply, refused to take ‘no’ for an answer.

The Commonwealth’s ability to bring together people from all over the world has stood the test of time and remains as ever-important today.

I can only say that I take immense pride in you - the men and women who bring this vessel to life with such indomitable spirit - for your vital service on behalf of us all.

Es ist immer wieder eine Freude, in diese Stadt zurückzukehren, die nun wunderschön in ihrem historischen Glanz erstrahlt. Für die Freundschaft, die Sie mir und den...