Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has returned home from an official visit to France, undertaken at the invitation of his French counterpart, President Emmanuel Macron. The President arrived in Accra on Wednesday evening, April 8.
According to Ghana News Agency, during the visit, the two leaders held bilateral talks, discussing issues of mutual interest including bilateral trade, cooperation, regional and global security, and the impact of global security challenges on countries outside the immediate zones of conflict. The discussions aimed to strengthen the relationship between Ghana and France and address shared concerns on the international stage.
The two Presidents explored areas of cooperation in agriculture to promote food security and year-round farming. They also discussed the development of artificial intelligence (AI), support for maternal health, and the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project. These discussions highlighted the potential for collaboration in sectors critical to both nations' development.
Additionally, they considered building on France's long-standing support to Ghana through the Agence Fran§aise de D©veloppement (AFD), a key partner in Ghana's development efforts. The visit demonstrated a commitment to enhancing this partnership for the benefit of both countries.
President Mahama and President Macron co-chaired the 2026 One Health Summit, focusing on global health challenges and the need for collaborative solutions. The summit underscored the importance of international cooperation in addressing health issues that transcend national borders.
The President's delegation included Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Prosper Bani, National Security Advisor; Dr. Callistus Mahama, Executive Secretary to the President; Mrs. Joyce Bawa Mogtari, Presidential Advisor and Special Aide to the President; and Madam Mavis Frimpong, Ghana's Ambassador to France. Their involvement underscored the significance of the visit and the breadth of topics covered in discussions with French counterparts.