The Think Trade, Think Green: Commonwealth Innovative Youth Essay Competition awarded five outstanding young writers for their visionary solutions connecting trade policy and climate resilience. Aligned with the Commonwealth Year of Youth, the competition attracted over 500 entries from across the 56 member countries, aiming to spotlight youth-driven ideas for a sustainable future. Top Winners Faith Mwende Johnson (Kenya) – First Prize Muhammad Shaheer Mirza (Pakistan) – Second Prize Fortunate Favour (Nigeria) – Second Prize Jashim Howlader (Bangladesh) – Third Prize Dorcas Mnyazi Nyaki (Kenya) – Third Prize Innovative Perspectives Jashim Howlader highlighted the impact of trade policy: “Integrating sustainable