President John Dramani Mahama and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, have agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation in the energy sector following bilateral talks in Abu Dhabi.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the “Make it in the Emirates 2026” event at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
According to a statement from Jubilee House, the two leaders discussed plans for the UAE to invest in oil and gas storage facilities in Ghana as part of efforts to deepen energy collaboration between the two countries.
Beyond fossil fuels, they also explored opportunities in renewable and alternative energy sources, including liquefied natural gas (LNG) and solar power, aimed at reducing over-reliance on crude oil.
The discussions further focused on expanding bilateral cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, innovation, technology and artificial intelligence for mutual benefit.
President Mahama and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed also addressed ongoing tensions in the Middle East, expressing hope for a swift resolution to the conflict involving the United States and Iran.
The two leaders noted that restoring peace in the region would allow the global community to refocus on sustainable development and innovation.
The UAE President described Ghana as a peaceful and stable democracy with strong potential for deeper economic collaboration, while both leaders reaffirmed the longstanding relations between the two countries.
They expressed optimism that the renewed partnership would lead to increased trade, investment and sustainable energy development in the years ahead.
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