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The understanding that we belong together, and are able, through teamwork, to achieve far more than we could do alone, has always been at the heart of our approach.

The Queen's Commonwealth Day Message, 10 March 2014

The baton relay represents a calling together of people from every part of the Commonwealth.

The Queen's Message to the Athletes

Prince Philip and I thank you for your warm expressions of loyalty and affection, and for the dedicated service you continue to offer our nation.

The Queen's reply to Loyal Addresses by Privileged Bodies, 27 March 2012

let us bear in mind the great opportunity that is offered by the Commonwealth – of joining with others, stronger together, for the common good.

Commonwealth Day Message, 11 March 2013

The links between Britain and Singapore are as strong as ever, and our future relationship is bright indeed.

State Banquet in Singapore, 17 March 2006

Australia has an enviable record at the Commonwealth Games.

Australian Prime Minister's Commonwealth Games luncheon, 15 March 2006

Australia in the course of my lifetime has firmly established itself amongst the most respected nations of the world.

Dinner at Parliament House in Canberra, 14 March 2006

It was universally agreed that the Opera House was something more than a performing arts centre, more than a great work of architecture.

Opening of the new colonnade of Sydney Opera House, 13 March 2006

I have vivid and happy memories of my visit to Brazil with Prince Philip in 1968, especially the warmth and hospitality of the Brazilian people.

State Visit, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil, 7 March 2006

I remember the bonfires along the coastline as we arrived and the enthusiastic welcome we received as guests of your grandfather, King Haakon.

Norway State Banquet, 25 October 2005

Atrocities such as these simply reinforce our sense of community, our humanity, and our trust in the rule of law. That is the clear message from us all.

Royal London Hospital, following terrorist bombs in London, 8 July 2005

My mother once said that this country felt like a "home away from home" for the Queen of Canada. Ladies and gentlemen, six decades later it still does...

Saskatchewan Legislature, Canada, 18 May 2005

Bearing the cipher of Queen Victoria as well as my own, this stone is presented to the First Nations University of Canada.

First Nations University of Regina, Saskatchew, Canada, 17 May 2005

Prince Philip and I are happy to be in Guernsey on this sixtieth anniversary of liberation and to have joined in the Service of Thanksgiving

Marking 60th anniversary of the end of World War II in Guernsey, 9 May 2005

I hope this Colour will be a symbol of the Fleet's enduring spirit and devotion to duty in times of stress and danger

Presentation of new colours to the Fleet in Plymouth, 23 July 2003

Je chéris ma place dans la vie du Canada et mon lien avec tous les Canadiens et Canadiennes.

Fairmont Hotel in Vancouver, Canada, 7 October 2002

Your new building, which is so clearly based on ideas of openness and accessibility, will provide an exciting forum for Londoners as your debates ebb and flow.

Opening of the new City Hall building in London, 23 July 2002

I thank you for the support you are giving me and my family as we come to terms with her death and the void she has left in our midst.

The death of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, 8 April 2002

The Royal Warrant of Appointment is an ancient and honourable institution. It symbolises excellence.

Royal Warrant Holders' Association Golden Jubilee lunch, London, 20 March 2002

Whatever may lie ahead, I declare again here tonight that my admiration, affection and regard for the people of Australia will remain, as it has been over these past fifty years, constant, sure and true.

Adelaide Festival Hall, Australia, 27 February 2002

New Zealand is working to improve and strengthen all the various relationships between Maori and the Crown.

Maori gathering at Rehua Marae, Christchurch, New Zealand, 25 February 2002

It is both a privilege and a pleasure to have served as Queen of New Zealand for these fifty years.

State dinner in Wellington, New Zealand, 25 February 2002