President John Dramani Mahama has received letters of credence from ten new envoys accredited to Ghana, welcoming diplomats from Africa, Europe, and Asia as the country expands its international cooperation framework.
President Mahama told the new diplomatic representatives that Ghana values the strong relations built with their countries over the years and looks forward to deepening these bonds in ways that will bring mutual benefits to all peoples.
The President expressed optimism that their appointments would open new partnership opportunities in infrastructure development, energy, trade, and human capital advancement.
The President welcomed Colonel (Rtd) Shem Ishahilidza Amadi as High Commissioner of Kenya, Dr. John Mikal Kvistad as Ambassador of Norway, and Mr. Jakob Linulf as Ambassador of Denmark during the credential ceremony. He also received credentials from Sudan’s Ambassador Mr. Gariballa Khidir Ali, Pakistan’s High Commissioner Mr. Najeeb Durrani, and Senegal’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Mr. Amadou Ndene Ndoye.
President Mahama accepted credentials from European Union Ambassador Mr. Rune Skinnebach and Egypt’s Ambassador Mr. Wael Fathy, alongside British High Commissioner Mr. Christian Rogg and German Ambassador Mr. Frederik Landshöft, representing key partners in Ghana’s international relations network.
The President encouraged the envoys to explore Ghana’s investment climate under his government’s development agenda, positioning the country as a reliable partner for regional stability and prosperity.
He emphasized Ghana’s resolve to peaceful international cooperation as the foundation for these expanded diplomatic relationships.
Speaking to the diverse group of diplomats, the President noted that their countries bring specific expertise that aligns with Ghana’s development priorities, from energy and governance experience to agricultural and technology sectors, industrial capabilities, and textile knowledge.
He positioned the credential presentations as part of Ghana’s balanced approach to foreign relations, maintaining ties with traditional European partners while strengthening connections with African neighbors and expanding relationships in Asia and the Middle East.
The President said the timing of these diplomatic appointments supports Ghana’s efforts to attract foreign investment and technical expertise needed for his administration’s economic objectives.
He told the envoys that Ghana remains committed to serving as a stable democracy that international partners can rely on for cooperation in West Africa’s evolving political and economic environment.
The President said he was confident that the new diplomatic appointments would enhance bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors while contributing to regional peace and development initiatives.