Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau held bilateral talks on Sunday, May 7, 2023, in London, with a focus on strengthening the relationship between the two nations.

The discussions centered on enhancing cooperation and fostering deeper bonds of friendship between Ghana and Canada.

President Akufo-Addo lauded the longstanding relationship between Ghana and Canada, and expressed his desire to deepen ties in areas such as trade, investment, education, and technology.

He noted that Ghana has made significant strides in economic development and is keen to work with Canada to achieve even greater progress.

Prime Minister Trudeau echoed the sentiments of his Ghanaian counterpart, emphasizing Canada’s commitment to strengthening its relationship with Ghana.

He highlighted Canada’s interest in expanding trade ties with Ghana and exploring new avenues for cooperation in areas such as renewable energy and climate change.

Both leaders also discussed the importance of promoting peace and stability in Africa, with particular attention paid to the situation in the Sahel region.

They pledged to work together to address security challenges in the region and support efforts to promote sustainable development.

The meeting between President Akufo-Addo and Prime Minister Trudeau was seen as a positive step towards deepening the relationship between Ghana and Canada.

The two leaders expressed their commitment to continued engagement and cooperation, with a view to achieving mutual prosperity and advancing shared goals.

Source: Sompaonline.com/Nana Yaw Boamah