Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa today reaffirmed the robustness of the Ghana-European Union partnership, emphasizing that the 2025 Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue aligns with Ghana’s renewed “reset agenda.” Speaking at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra, where the dialogue was held, Ablakwa underscored the importance of open and transparent engagement between the two entities, crucial for fostering deeper cooperation.
The Minister outlined four critical pillars forming the basis of the partnership and the discussions during the dialogue. These areas, central to the ongoing collaboration, include socio-economic partnership, peace and security, international governance and human rights, and green growth and sustainability. He stressed that these pillars are not merely theoretical constructs but represent actionable areas for mutual benefit.
Finally, OKUDZETO Ablakwa specifically called for expanded support from the European Union in key areas vital to Ghana’s development and environmental protection. He urged increased assistance in technical education, which is crucial for workforce development, climate financing to bolster Ghana’s efforts against climate change, and reinforced support for the nation’s ongoing fight against illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey.”
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