Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi, in his capacity as Commonwealth Chairman-in-Office, meets Commonwealth Secretary-General Don McKinnon in London today.

Discussions between Dr Gonzi and Mr McKinnon are expected to focus on the implementation of the outcomes of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held in Malta last year, a statement by the Commonwealth Secretariat said.

This includes issues such as bridging the digital divide, promoting respect and understanding across faiths, cultures and communities, revisiting the issue of Commonwealth membership, support for small states and sustainable development.

The discussions are also expected to cover the Commonwealth's role in building democracy and preventing conflict, the promotion of strategic partnerships with other international organisations, and developments in the World Trade Organisation's Doha Round of trade negotiations.

Later in the day Dr Gonzi will meet Commonwealth High Commissioners to exchange views on the Commonwealth's current agenda.

He will also address staff of the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Commonwealth Foundation.