Accra: President John Dramani Mahama has received the Letters of Credence from ten newly appointed envoys accredited to Ghana by their respective countries. These official diplomatic documents were presented to the President by the Heads of Missions, who have been nominated to serve as envoys to Ghana.
According to Ghana News Agency, the new envoys include Colonel (rtd) Shem Ishahilidza Amadi, High Commissioner of Kenya; Mr. Amadou Ndene Ndoye, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Senegal; Mr. Frederik Landsh¶ft, Ambassador of Germany; and Mr. Gariballa Khidir Ali, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Sudan. The list is completed by Mr. Jakob Linulf, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark; Mr. Christian Stefan Rogg, British High Commissioner; Mr. Najeeb Durrani, High Commissioner of Pakistan; Mr. Rune Skinnebach, Ambassador of the European Union; Dr. John Mikal Kvistad, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway; and Mr. Wael Fathy, Ambassador of Egypt.
The ceremony, held at the Credentials Hall of the Presidency, involved the presentation of letters of appointment and the letters of withdrawal of their predecessors to President Mahama. In welcoming the new envoys, President Mahama assured them of his administration's commitment to enhancing bilateral relations.
During discussions with the African envoys from Senegal, Kenya, and Egypt, President Mahama emphasized the importance of increasing trade among African nations. He highlighted the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) for exchanging goods. Additionally, the President addressed the issue of violent extremism in the Sahelian region, stressing the need for collective support to combat extremist activities affecting nations like Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso.
In interactions with the European envoys, President Mahama reflected on the evolving world order since the Second World War. He noted that the multilateral system, designed for global collaboration, appears to be shifting towards more transactional relations. He expressed the necessity for countries, including Ghana, that support multilateral decision-making to strengthen their alliances.
President Mahama also discussed Ghana's intention to reopen its mission in Islamabad with Mr. Najeeb Durrani, the High Commissioner of Pakistan. This mission was previously closed due to economic challenges. Furthermore, in his meeting with the Egyptian envoy, President Mahama expressed Ghana's desire to bolster cooperation with Egypt, particularly in defense.
The newly appointed envoys pledged their commitment to working with the Ghanaian government to build robust relations and enhance cooperation between Ghana and their respective countries.
