Ghana Counts on International Partners Ahead of 2027 AU Chairmanship

With Ghana preparing to assume the chairmanship of the African Union Assemblies of Heads of State in 2027, President John Dramani Mahama is seeking the cooperation of international partners to advance the continent’s priorities.

He made the appeal when he received Letters of Credence from 11 newly accredited Heads of Diplomatic Missions at the Presidency.

The diplomats represent South Africa, Nigeria, India, Lebanon, Australia, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Finland, the Slovak Republic, Sweden and Thailand.

President Mahama said Ghana would count on the support of their respective governments to advance the priorities of the African Union during its chairmanship.

“Excellencies, as you may all be aware, I will assume the chairmanship of the African Union Assemblies of Heads of State in 2027,” he said.

“I count on your government’s cooperation to advance the priorities of the African Union.”

He also called on the diplomats to support efforts to sustain the momentum behind Africa’s reparatory justice agenda.

“I also count on your support to sustain the momentum on the reparatory justice agenda,” the President added.

President Mahama said diplomacy should go beyond formal relations between governments to build understanding, resolve common challenges and create opportunities for shared prosperity.

“Diplomacy is ultimately about building bridges between people. It is about creating opportunities for understanding, cooperating to resolve common challenges, and developing fair arrangements for shared prosperity,” he stated.

He urged the newly accredited diplomats to use their positions to strengthen the bonds of friendship between Ghana and their respective countries.

The President assured them of the full support and cooperation of the Government of Ghana, particularly the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as they undertake their diplomatic responsibilities.

Richard Aniagyei, ISD