Ghana to strengthen bilateral ties with Finland in Trade, Mining and Technology
Ghana is seeking to broaden its economic and technical cooperation with Finland, with trade, investment, sustainable mining and digitalisation identified as key areas for deeper bilateral engagement.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, outlined the country’s priorities when he received the Open Letters of Finland’s Ambassador-Designate to Ghana, Ms. Sanna Selin, in Accra on Monday.
Mr. Ablakwa congratulated Ms. Selin on her appointment and reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening relations with Finland through cooperation across several sectors.
He identified education and technical and vocational training, healthcare, information and communication technology, taxation, energy and agricultural transformation as areas offering opportunities for expanded collaboration.
He noted that Infrastructure development, creative arts and tourism were also highlighted as potential areas of partnership.
The Foreign Affairs Minister stated the importance of maritime and military cooperation, stressing the need for continued engagement between the two countries in these areas.
Ms. Selin reaffirmed Finland’s interest in deepening its partnership with the country.
She noted that 2027 would mark 50 years of diplomatic relations between Ghana and Finland, describing the anniversary as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral engagement.
According to the Ambassador-Designate, the milestone could be marked with activities including political consultations aimed at advancing cooperation in trade, investment and other areas of mutual interest.
She also highlighted the importance of engagement between the two countries at both bilateral and multilateral levels.
Judith Twumwaa, ISD
