Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Ghanaian Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa held talks in Moscow on Monday (17 Aug), focusing on expanding Russia–Ghana relations, trade, investment and regional security.
The ministers discussed cooperation in energy, agriculture, geological exploration, mineral development and humanitarian exchanges. They also signed an agreement on Visa-Free Travel for Holders of Diplomatic or Service Passports, aimed at facilitating official travel and strengthening government-to-government cooperation.
Key developments
- Russia and Ghana signed a visa-free travel agreement for holders of diplomatic or service passports.
- Discussions covered trade, investment, energy, agriculture and industrial cooperation.
- The ministers reviewed African security, UN cooperation and relations between ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States.
- Preparations continued for the third Russia–Africa Summit in Moscow this October.
ℹ️ Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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