Commonwealth future: smarter, more resilient and gender balanced
(WorldNews Environment)

India is leading the way with commitment and innovation that is smart and transformative, according to Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland. She was speaking at an event hosted by Observer Research Foundation in Delhi on her first official visit to India as Secretary-General. `A smarter future is more than simply a technologically advanced future,` said Secretary-General Scotland. `Our Commonwealth understanding and approach sees respect for the dignity of all individuals and communities as being vital to sustainable progress. We see social inclusion and economic inclusion as being inextricably interlinked. Each is vital in building resilience and reducing vulnerability.` The...