Germany is renewing its commitment to a robust security and development partnership with Ghana, as articulated by its Ambassador, Frederik Landshöft. During a diplomatic meeting with Ghana’s Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, both parties emphasized their dedication to strengthening bilateral ties, especially in the realms of security and development.
Ambassador Landshöft highlighted the effectiveness of Germany’s collaboration with Ghana, noting its significance among Germany’s global partnerships. His recent visit to the border regions of Ghana’s Northern Region underscored the necessity of ongoing cooperation to tackle emerging security threats. The ambassador also mentioned the importance of training and capacity-building initiatives as part of this partnership.
In response, Minister Muntaka expressed gratitude for Germany’s continued support of Ghana’s security infrastructure. He acknowledged the extension of the Coastal States Stability Mechanism, which has been instrumental in bolstering border security. However, he pointed out that Northern Ghana still faces intricate security challenges that demand sustained international collaboration.
The Minister stressed the importance of enhancing surveillance systems, improving security coordination, and addressing migration-related issues effectively. He lauded Germany’s efforts in promoting climate and security partnerships and expressed eagerness to deepen cooperation in these critical areas.
Reiterating Ghana’s commitment to this partnership, Minister Muntaka assured the German delegation of an open-door policy and shared optimism about expanding collaborative efforts to strengthen national and regional security.
