President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated the United States on the occasion of its 250th Independence anniversary, expressing confidence that the longstanding relationship between Ghana and the US will continue to deepen through shared democratic values, human rights and economic cooperation.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, July 5, President Mahama extended Ghana’s warm wishes to the Government and people of the United States, describing the milestone as an opportunity to reaffirm the enduring friendship between the two nations.
In a message addressed to US President Donald J. Trump, President Mahama said the strong partnership between Ghana and the United States has been built on a common commitment to democracy, the rule of law, human rights and the pursuit of economic prosperity.
“As we join in the celebration of another milestone, it is my deep conviction that the enduring friendship and cooperation between our two countries will continue to be shaped by values and common interests, especially in the areas of the rule of law, human rights and democracy, as well as our shared aspiration for economic prosperity,” he stated.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that Ghana and the United States have maintained cordial diplomatic relations since Ghana attained independence in 1957, with the US being among the first countries to establish formal diplomatic ties with the West African nation.
It said the relationship has grown steadily over the past seven decades through collaboration in trade, investment, infrastructure, education and cultural exchange.
The Ministry highlighted several key bilateral initiatives, including the Akosombo Dam, the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO), the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC), the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), and partnerships in education, health, trade and investment.
It also pointed to decades of high-level engagements between the two countries, noting that former US Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama all paid official visits to Ghana, while successive Ghanaian leaders, including Jerry John Rawlings, John Agyekum Kufuor, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and President Mahama, have undertaken official visits to the United States.
The Ministry further praised the strong people-to-people ties between Ghanaians and Americans, saying they have helped strengthen mutual understanding and expanded educational and cultural exchanges over the years.
President Mahama also wished the Government and people of the United States a peaceful, joyous and memorable celebration of their 250th Independence anniversary.
