President Mahama Reaffirms Ghana’s Support for a Two-State Solution to the Israel-Palestine Conflict
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s support for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, calling for a peaceful resolution that recognises the rights and security of both Israelis and Palestinians.
He has charged Ghana’s newly appointed ambassadors to promote the country’s foreign policy positions while protecting the interests of Ghanaians living abroad and providing assistance to citizens who encounter difficulties in their host countries.
Addressing the newly appointed diplomats, President Mahama stressed that Ghana’s diplomatic engagements must go beyond maintaining relations with foreign governments to deliver practical benefits for the country and its citizens.
He urged the ambassadors to remain accessible to Ghanaians abroad, provide timely consular support and help protect citizens whose welfare or rights may be threatened while living, working or travelling outside the country.
The President emphasised that diplomatic missions have a responsibility to support Ghanaians in distress, strengthen communication with citizens in their areas of jurisdiction and ensure that the concerns of the Ghanaian community receive appropriate attention.
On the Israel-Palestine conflict, President Mahama reiterated Ghana’s commitment to a two-state solution as the basis for achieving lasting peace. The position supports the establishment of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel, with both states living in peace and security.
Ghana’s position reflects its longstanding support for a peaceful settlement of the conflict through diplomatic engagement and respect for international law. The conflict has continued to attract international concern over civilian casualties, humanitarian conditions and the prospects for a negotiated settlement.
President Mahama tasked the ambassadors to communicate Ghana’s foreign policy positions clearly in their engagements with host governments and international organisations, while maintaining constructive relationships with traditional partners and other countries.
He also urged the envoys to use their diplomatic assignments to expand trade and investment opportunities, attract partnerships that support national development and create opportunities for Ghanaians and Ghanaian businesses.
The President said Ghana’s diplomatic missions must remain focused on advancing the country’s interests and ensuring that international relations translate into tangible benefits for citizens at home and abroad.
Richard Aniagyei, ISD
