Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama held high-level bilateral talks with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea today, reaffirming the historic and long-standing partnership between the two nations.
The summit, held at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul, culminated in the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering maritime security, climate change cooperation, and digital technology—a move aimed at deepening collaboration between the West African nation and its Asian partner.
President Mahama highlighted the shared history, democratic values, and commitment to human rights that have strengthened relations between Ghana and Korea over decades. He noted that these principles have guided cooperation in multilateral forums, including the United Nations, where both countries often align on global issues.
On the sidelines of the talks, President Lee commended Ghana’s role in promoting maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea, particularly efforts to protect the safety of South Korean nationals and vessels operating in piracy-prone waters.
The agreements signed include:
- Climate Change Cooperation MoU: Establishing a framework for joint action on climate initiatives.
- Maritime Security MoU: Between the Ghana Navy and Korea Coast Guard to enhance intelligence sharing, combat international maritime crimes, and improve search-and-rescue operations.
- Technology and Digital Cooperation MoU: Expanding collaboration in artificial intelligence, digital access, and youth skills development.
President Mahama also highlighted potential growth areas in agriculture and agribusiness, pointing to initiatives supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency to boost rice production and strengthen food security in Ghana.
Additionally, the Ghanaian leader emphasized opportunities for expanding economic ties under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), headquartered in Accra, positioning Ghana as a strategic hub for production and exports across Africa.
“Ghana’s natural and human resources, combined with Korea’s technological innovation, can drive a mutually beneficial partnership for sustainable growth and shared prosperity,” President Mahama said.
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