The Commonwealth Realm is a political association of 15 independent countries that recognize the monarch of the United Kingdom as their ceremonial head of state. These nations, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, share a historical connection to the British Empire and maintain a constitutional monarchy system. Each realm operates independently, with its own government and laws, while the monarch's role is largely symbolic. The realms collaborate on various issues through the Commonwealth of Nations, promoting shared values such as democracy, human rights, and economic development among member states.