Geneva:President John Dramani Mahama has praised Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their successful leadership in Ghana's campaign for re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027-2029 term.
According to Ghana Web, President Mahama emphasized that Ghana's re-election brings a renewed responsibility to contribute meaningfully and credibly to the Council's work. He expressed this sentiment while addressing newly appointed Ghanaian envoys, including the country's Permanent Representative-designate to the United Nations Office and other international organizations in Geneva.
The President highlighted the need for Ghana to translate the confidence placed in it by the international community into constructive service on the Council. He tasked Ghana's mission in Geneva with clearly articulating the country's positions and maintaining engagement with other delegations on issues affecting Ghana and other developing economies. Additionally, he urged collaboration with relevant ministries and state agencies to ensure that Ghana's negotiating positions align with national priorities.
President Mahama also encouraged the mission to build coalitions with African countries and other partners with shared interests, ensuring that international rules consider the needs of developing economies. He stressed the importance of advancing Ghana's agenda on health sovereignty, equitable access to essential health products, and strengthening national capacity.
He noted the rapidly changing global environment, characterized by shifting alliances and increasing competition over technology and resources, and urged Ghana's diplomats to engage confidently with a clear understanding of the country's national interests. Ghana's new term on the UN Human Rights Council will span from 2027 to 2029.