President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral talks with the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Angela Rayner, aimed at strengthening the existing relationship between Ghana and the UK. The meeting, which took place at the Presidency in Accra, focused on deepening cooperation in various areas, including economic growth and job creation.

President Mahama emphasized Ghana’s commitment to attracting foreign investments to tackle the country’s unemployment challenges. He noted that the UK has been a long-standing partner in Ghana’s development, and expressed his desire to elevate their partnership to an even higher level.

The Deputy UK Prime Minister congratulated President Mahama on his electoral victory and reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s development. She highlighted the synergy between the UK government’s growth agenda and Ghana’s vision for a 24-hour economy, aimed at creating jobs and improving living standards.

The meeting also touched on Ghana’s economic challenges, including restricted access to international credit markets. President Mahama assured that his administration is working to position Ghana as a prime destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) to create employment opportunities.

Overall, the meeting between President Mahama and Deputy Prime Minister Rayner signals a renewed commitment to strengthening Ghana-UK relations and driving economic growth and development in Ghana.

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