In 1949, the London Declaration was signed and marked the birth of the modern Commonwealth and the renaming to its present name.

In April 1949, following the London Declaration, the word "British" was dropped from the title of the Commonwealth to reflect its changing nature.

The London Declaration is often seen as marking the beginning of the modern Commonwealth.

The London Declaration concerning the Laws of Naval War was signed.

This was attended by 27 African Health ministries, led to the London Declaration calling for immediate action to develop cancer control plans for these nations.

Republics have been allowed as members of the Commonwealth since 1949, following the London Declaration made on 28 April of that year.

Ireland did not re-apply for membership of the Commonwealth, despite being eligible under the London Declaration allowed it to do so.

The London Declaration commits us deeply.

The conference concluded with the signing of the London Declaration on Combating Antisemitism.

This rule was changed 10 days after Ireland declared itself a republic, with the London Declaration of 28 April 1949.