King Charles delivered a historic speech at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Samoa, emphasizing unity and learning from the past without specifically addressing financial reparations for colonialism and slavery. The summit was overshadowed by demands from Caribbean and African leaders for the UK to acknowledge its colonial past, apologize, and consider reparatory justice. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rejected calls for reparations, focusing instead on future challenges like climate change, despite facing pressure from both Commonwealth leaders and his own MPs. The debate reflects broader tensions within the Commonwealth about addressing historical injustices and the role of former colonial powers. The UK government maintains that reparations are not on the summit agenda, aligning with sentiments that discussing past wrongs could have significant economic implications. However, leaders like the Bahamas' Prime Minister Philip Davis insist that a conversation on reparations is both necessary and urgent.