The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Angel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, at the Ministry on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. The visit aimed to explore areas of cooperation between Ghana and Spain, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and fostering partnerships to advance social protection and gender equality.
During the engagement, Ambassador Torres-Quevedo reaffirmed Spain’s commitment to deepening collaboration with the Ministry, ensuring that key policy priorities are supported. Minister Lartey outlined her vision for the Ministry, which aligns with President John Mahama’s broader agenda of enhancing social protection, empowering women, and improving the welfare of vulnerable groups, including persons living with disability.
The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s ongoing efforts in women’s economic empowerment, child rights advocacy, promoting the welfare of persons living with disability, and social safety nets for the underprivileged. She also highlighted the upcoming International Women’s Day, encouraging collaboration with the Spanish Embassy in initiatives that promote gender equality and women’s empowerment.
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to further discussions that will contribute to the shared goals of both countries. Present at the meeting was the Chief Director of the Ministry, Dr. Afisah Zakariah. This courtesy call marks another significant step in strengthening the bilateral relationship between Ghana and Spain.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
