John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with Lee Jae-myung during a state visit to the Republic of Korea, resulting in the signing of three agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries.
The discussions reaffirmed the long-standing relationship between Ghana and South Korea and focused on expanding collaboration in key areas of development.
Three Key Cooperation Agreements
Following the talks, both countries signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering:
- Maritime security
- Climate change cooperation
- Digital technology development
The agreements are expected to deepen collaboration and support joint efforts to address emerging global and regional challenges.
Shared Democratic Values
Speaking after the engagement, President Mahama noted that Ghana and South Korea share a strong historical relationship rooted in democratic governance and respect for human rights.
He said these common values have enabled both countries to work closely within international platforms, including the United Nations, where they often align on major global issues.
Expanding Agricultural Cooperation
President Mahama also highlighted growing collaboration in agriculture and agribusiness, particularly through programmes supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency.
According to him, these initiatives are helping to boost rice production in Ghana and improve food security across the country.
Opportunities Through AfCFTA
The President further pointed to the opportunities created by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), whose Secretariat is hosted in Accra.
He explained that the arrangement positions Ghana as a strategic hub for manufacturing and exports to the wider African market, creating new opportunities for Korean businesses seeking access to the continent.
President Mahama expressed confidence that Ghana’s natural and human resources, combined with South Korea’s technological innovation, will drive a stronger partnership that promotes sustainable development and shared economic growth for both countries.