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Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations

24Sep

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Ghana, Norway sign political consultations agreement to boost bilateral relations

Ghana and Norway have signed a Political Consultations Agreement aimed at elevating bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation in key strategic sectors. The agreement was signed on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meeting by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, , and Norway’s Minister of International Development, Mr Åsmund Grøver Aukrust. Under the framework, the two countries would deepen collaboration in oil and gas, trade facilitation, educational opportunities, agribusiness, artificial intelligence, maritime security, the blue economy, and intelligence sharing. Mr Ablakwa commended Mr Aukrust for his exceptional efforts in working with the Ghanaian delegation to conclude the agreement, describing the initiative as a ...

Government of Ghana responds to US Visa restrictions

10Jul

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Government of Ghana responds to US Visa restrictions

The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has formally responded to recent changes in U.S. visa policies that affect Ghanaian citizens. The United States government has revised its reciprocity schedule, significantly reducing the validity of B1/B2 visas for Ghanaian travelers from five-year multiple-entry to three-month single-entry. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Ministry expressed deep concern over the move, acknowledging the inconvenience it poses to Ghanaian nationals who frequently travel to the U.S. for professional, educational, medical, business, touristic, and family-related purposes. While recognizing the sovereign right of every country to determine its visa regime, Ghana emphasized that the new U.S. restrictions depart markedly from the rec...

Foreign Affairs Minister receives open letters of Vietnam’s Ambassador-designate to Ghana

10Jun

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Foreign Affairs Minister receives open letters of Vietnam’s Ambassador-designate to Ghana

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, has received the Open Letters of the Ambassador-Designate of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Ghana, Mr. Bui Quoc Hung, in a brief ceremony held on Monday, June 9, 2025. Welcoming the Ambassador-Designate, Mr. Ablakwa congratulated him on his appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to further enhance the longstanding and cordial relations between Ghana and Vietnam. The Minister also commended Vietnam for its commitment to global peace and security, particularly through its contributions to international peacekeeping missions. The meeting served as a platform to reflect on the historic bonds shared by the two nations, with both parties highlighting the significance of over six decades of bilateral coo...

Foreign Affairs Minister rolls out reforms to address “poor” services at Ghana Missions abroad

10Jun

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Foreign Affairs Minister rolls out reforms to address “poor” services at Ghana Missions abroad

Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, has unveiled a comprehensive set of reforms aimed at transforming service delivery at Ghana’s embassies and consulates across the globe. This follows mounting public dissatisfaction, including a recent article by Professor Kojo Dei, which described disheartening experiences at two Ghanaian missions. The Foreign Affairs Minister, in a strongly worded statement, acknowledged the widespread concerns, described them as “justified grievances,” and assured Ghanaians that decisive actions were being taken under the Mahama administration’s Reset Agenda. “Such condemnable conduct won’t be allowed on my watch,” Mr Ablakwa stated, adding that while many of Ghana’s missions were known for excellence, empathy, and professionalis...