Source: newsthemegh.com
To address urgent issues of shared interest, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has urged for stronger ties between Ghana and the European Union.
Dr. Bawumia, who co-chairs the 2024 Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue, emphasized the forum’s significance for promoting collaboration and sustainable development for both the EU and Ghana during his address during its launch on Monday, May 6, 2024, in Accra.
“The Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue has consistently served as an invaluable forum for nurturing mutual understanding and fostering cooperation and partnership between Ghana and the European Union,”
“It presents an opportunity to bring Ghana and the European Union closer by strengthening economic cooperation and promoting sustainable development, peace, security, democracy, prosperity, and solidarity among others.” Dr Bawumia said.
“With a history of collaboration dating back to the signing of the first financial protocol, the Lome 1 Convention, between the EU and the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) members in 1975, the framework has provided a comprehensive, balanced and deep political dialogue and enhanced cooperation guided by the fundamental principles of ownership and joint responsibility, respect for human rights, good governance, democratic principles and the rule of law.” he added.
“I must admit that we are convening at a time when the world is currently facing unprecedented challenges. From the ongoing threats in the Sahel region to the myriad of global issues that demand our attention, we find ourselves navigating through an era of considerable adversity.”
“Thankfully, we have the steadfast support and solidarity demonstrated by the European Union towards Ghana and the wider region, which is indeed commendable.” Dr. Bawumia said.
The Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogues, Dr. Bawumia emphasized, have taken on even more significance, particularly in light of the current global concerns that impact many nations, including Ghana and the EU.
Dr. Bawumia acknowledged the success of the previous year’s dialogue and said that this year’s gathering provides an additional chance to discuss important issues.
These issues include socioeconomic collaboration, governance and human rights, peace and security, green growth, technology, and sustainability.
