Alexander Stadium (Opening/Closing ceremonies) and various venues across the West Midlands.

The 2022 Commonwealth Games were held in Birmingham, England, with several venues used for the events. The Games left a lasting legacy for the city, with several new facilities and infrastructure developed for the event.

The "Friendly Games" officially returned to English soil for the third time on July 28, 2022. While the Commonwealth consists of 56 independent countries, the Games feature 72 teams because several territories and UK nations (like Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland) compete under their own flags.

During the June 2022 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), Gabon and Togo officially joined the association as the 55th and 56th members, respectively. Member Countries by Region

While all member nations participated, several countries stood out in the final medal standings:

: 10 countries and territories (including the UK's four home nations: England , Scotland , and Northern Ireland). : 10 countries and territories (including Australia and New Zealand). Key Event Details Birmingham, England Officially Opened By : King Charles III (then Prince of Wales). Next Event

The Commonwealth countries have a diverse range of economies, with some being highly developed and others facing significant development challenges. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the combined GDP of Commonwealth countries was approximately $26 trillion in 2022, accounting for about 20% of the world's total GDP.