Minsk: President John Dramani Mahama received a ceremonial welcome at the Belarusian Presidential Palace, where he engaged in bilateral discussions with President Alexander Lukashenko during his State Visit to Belarus. These discussions led to the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at bolstering cooperation between Ghana and Belarus.
According to Ghana News Agency, the statement from Ghana's Presidency highlighted that the MoUs focus on establishing a Joint Commission for Cooperation in Trade and Economic Affairs, enhancing collaboration between the Chambers of Commerce of both nations, and fostering cooperation in agriculture. These agreements are designed to strengthen the partnership in areas of mutual interest.
The MoUs were signed on behalf of Ghana by Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs; Dr. Koma Steem Jehu-Appiah, Ghana's Ambassador to Russia with concurrent accreditation to Belarus; and Mr. Eric Opoku, the Minister for Food and Agriculture. The agreements are seen as a reflection of the commitment from both countries to deepen bilateral relations, expand economic opportunities, and foster cooperation that supports sustainable growth and development.