Countries that Queen Elizabeth II Still Rules

Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, is the longest-serving monarch in Britain’s history. Throughout her reign, the world experienced multiple events, such as the Moon Landing, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the invention of smartphones, and many more. 

The Queen is one of the very few people to have experienced the world wars and the great rule of Britain worldwide. Although many countries got away with colonialism, 15 countries still belong to the Commonwealth Realm, meaning that the Queen is still the monarch of these countries. After Her Majesty’s death, all of her authority is to be passed to her eldest son, King Charles III.

Here are 5 countries, queen Elizabeth II still rules.

1.Australia

Queen Elizabeth II is the head of the state of Australia. Australia is a constitutional monarchy, with The Queen as sovereign. The Queen herself is not involved in the day-to-day activities of the Australian government, but rather plays vital ceremonial roles.

In Australia, the Governor-General is given executive powers, allowing the person to act on behalf of the Queen. The Governor-General is appointed by the Queen herself, upon the recommendation of the Prime Minister of Australia.

2.Canada

Another country following a constitutional monarchy is Canada. Similar to Australia, Canada too, has a Governor-General appointed on the recommendation of the country’s Prime Minister.

Moreover, the Queen has a noteworthy relationship with the Canadian Armed Forces, serving as their Colonel-in-Chief. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III will become the King of Canada. 

3.New Zealand

Like its neighboring country Australia, New Zealand too is a constitutional monarchy, has a parliamentary form of government, and is a democracy. Currently, the realms of New Zealand consist of New Zealand, Tokelau and the Ross Dependency, and the self-governing states of the Cook Islands and Niue.

Like other Commonwealth realms, New Zealand recognizes the Queen as the Sovereign in right of the country, and is the Head of the state, with Governor General as her representative. The Queen features the country’s coins and notes, as well. 

4.Jamaica

Like every other commonwealth realm, Jamaica too is a constitutional monarchy, with the Queen as the Head of the State, and a Governor-General. In Jamaica, the Governor-General pilots a Privy Council, comprising six representatives. The Governor-General appoints the ministers and also declares the date of upcoming elections. 

5.The Bahamas

Officially known as the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, The Bahamas is another constitutional monarchy belonging to the Commonwealth Realm. Her Majesty presents herself as the Queen of The Bahamas, instead of the Queen of the UK, while carrying out her formal responsibilities towards the Bahamas. The Queen is constantly in touch with the activities of the Bahamas, through her personal secretaries, who take regular updates from the Governor-General. Her Majesty, along with other royal members have made multiple royal visits to the nation. 

Apart from the above-mentioned countries, Belize, Grenada, Papua New Guinea, St Christopher and Nevis, St Lucia, and Tuvalu are other Commonwealth Realms.