The Commonwealth Games, held every four years, is an international multi-sport event bringing together athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations. The Games are currently without a host following the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria over cost concerns. Malaysia has been offered the opportunity to step in as the new host with a significant financial investment of over $200 million.
The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) faced challenges in securing a host for the 2026 Games until Victoria stepped forward in April 2022