Ghana and UK review bilateral relations as Mahama’s official visit approaches
Story by: Regina Bless
Ghana and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their longstanding bilateral relations following a meeting between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the British High Commissioner to Ghana, Christian Rogg.
The meeting, held on Friday, October 9, 2026, focused on a comprehensive review of cooperation between the two countries, with discussions covering investment, security, reparatory justice and preparations for upcoming high-level diplomatic engagements.
During the engagement, the two officials highlighted the impressive growth in British investments in Ghana, particularly the planned expansion of the Takoradi Port, a major infrastructure project expected to commence this year.
The discussions underscored the importance of continued UK investment in Ghana’s economy and the potential for deeper economic cooperation between the two countries.
Mr Ablakwa also commended the United Kingdom for participating in Ghana’s reparatory justice event and the Accra Reset event, both held on the sidelines of the recently concluded 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The two officials further used the meeting to discuss preparations for President John Dramani Mahama’s upcoming official visit to the United Kingdom, which is expected to provide another opportunity to deepen diplomatic and economic ties.
They also assessed arrangements and priority issues ahead of Ghana’s participation in the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), scheduled to take place in Antigua and Barbuda from November 1 to 4, 2026.
Security cooperation also featured prominently in the discussions, with both sides expressing satisfaction with progress in the Ghana-UK security partnership.
They reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration to combat organised crime and violent extremism in the region, recognising the importance of coordinated efforts to address emerging security threats.
Ghana and the United Kingdom share longstanding historical ties rooted in diplomatic engagement, economic cooperation and common values.
The meeting reflects the continued commitment of both countries to building on their existing partnership and exploring new opportunities for cooperation in areas of mutual interest.