The British High Commission in Dhaka has warmly welcomed the arrival of the King’s Baton in Bangladesh as part of the build-up to the Commonwealth Games 2026 – set to take place in Glasgow, Scotland.

British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke said, “Welcoming the King’s Baton to Bangladesh is a proud moment that reflects our shared commitment to friendship, unity, and the values of the Commonwealth."

She said it highlights the strong bonds between Bangladesh and the wider Commonwealth family as they look forward to Glasgow 2026.

The King’s Baton Relay is a longstanding tradition that symbolises unity and shared values across the Commonwealth. It connects communities and inspires excitement ahead of the Games.

The journey to Glasgow 2026 will span over 500 days, covering every corner of the Commonwealth.

In a historic first, 74 individual Batons have been created—one for each nation and territory of the Commonwealth.

Each Baton carries a unique word from His Majesty The King’s Message, engraved to reflect the spirit of inclusivity and togetherness.

Guests from various sectors, including the Government of Bangladesh, sports, media, and the diplomatic corps, attended a reception hosted by the British High Commissioner to celebrate the Baton’s arrival on Wednesday.

This reception followed the King’s Baton Relay at the Army Stadium, organised earlier on 17 December by the Bangladesh Olympic Association, which is also the official authority for the Commonwealth Games in Bangladesh.