The High Commissioner of India, His Excellency Shri Manish Gupta, paid a courtesy visit to Ghana’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable James Gyakye Quayson (MP), on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The meeting was primarily to congratulate Mr. Quayson on his recent appointment and to reaffirm the commitment of both nations to enhance their cooperation.
Discussions during the meeting focused on deepening collaboration in key sectors, including Information Technology, digital skills, agriculture, renewable energy, and trade. Deputy Minister Quayson acknowledged India’s long-standing support in providing capacity-building for Ghanaian institutions, particularly in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), mentioning the Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT as a notable example.
High Commissioner Gupta reiterated India’s commitment to implementing existing agreements and investing in Ghana’s “Feed Ghana Agenda.” He also announced that the Indian government plans to increase the number of scholarships available to Ghanaians through the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program, aiming to further build local technological capacity.
Both officials concluded the meeting by reaffirming their nations’ dedication to strengthening their partnership for the mutual benefit of their citizens. The dialogue signals a continued focus on leveraging India’s technological and agricultural expertise to support Ghana’s development goals.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
