Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that Ghana and the United Kingdom have initiated steps to elevate their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership.
Mr. Ablakwa made the disclosure after hosting the British High Commissioner to Ghana, His Excellency Christian Rogg, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the growing ties between the two countries and aligned priority areas for 2026 in line with President John Mahama’s vision.
The discussions identified key sectors for deeper cooperation, including security, trade, job creation, health, education, governance, and constitutional review.
The Foreign Affairs Minister also called for a government-to-government framework to protect Ghanaian health professionals working or seeking employment in the UK. He further appealed for Ghanaian students and professionals to be exempted from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) requirement and associated fees.
Describing the meeting as fruitful, Mr. Ablakwa reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening relations with the UK for mutual benefit.
Delighted to have hosted the British High Commissioner to Ghana, His Excellency Christian Rogg at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday.
— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) January 7, 2026
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