President John Dramani Mahama has held high-level bilateral talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, culminating in the signing of three key agreements aimed at strengthening economic, trade and agricultural cooperation between Ghana and Belarus.
President Mahama was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Belarusian Presidential Palace on Monday as part of his State Visit to the Republic of Belarus.
The discussions focused on expanding bilateral relations and identifying new opportunities for cooperation in strategic sectors critical to the economic development of both countries.
The engagements resulted in the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), covering the establishment of a Joint Commission for Cooperation in Trade and Economic Affairs, enhanced collaboration between the chambers of commerce of both countries, and cooperation in agriculture.
The agreements are expected to create a structured framework for increased trade, investment and technical collaboration between Ghana and Belarus.
The MoUs were signed on behalf of Ghana by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs; Jehu Appiah, Ghana’s Ambassador to the Russian Federation; and Eric Opoku, Minister for Food and Agriculture.
Government officials said the agreements demonstrate the determination of both countries to deepen diplomatic and economic ties while exploring new opportunities for cooperation in areas that support sustainable development.
The establishment of the Joint Commission for Cooperation in Trade and Economic Affairs is expected to provide a formal platform for dialogue on trade, investment and industrial collaboration, while the agreement between the chambers of commerce aims to facilitate stronger business-to-business engagement and private sector partnerships.
The agricultural cooperation agreement is expected to promote knowledge sharing, technology transfer and collaboration in agricultural production and value addition, areas identified by both governments as critical to economic transformation and food security.
The agreements form part of President Mahama’s broader efforts to strengthen Ghana’s international partnerships, attract investment and open new markets for Ghanaian businesses.
The State Visit is also expected to pave the way for deeper cooperation in agriculture, manufacturing, mining and industrial development as both countries seek to leverage their comparative advantages to promote mutual economic growth.
Officials from both governments expressed confidence that the agreements would translate into tangible benefits for businesses, farmers and investors while further strengthening the longstanding friendship between Ghana and Belarus.
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