In a recent development, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called for the deepening of ties between Ghana and the European Union (EU) to address pressing issues of mutual interest [d254599a]. Speaking at the opening of the 2024 Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue in Accra, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the importance of the forum in fostering cooperation and sustainable development [d254599a]. He acknowledged the history of collaboration between Ghana and the EU and the principles guiding their cooperation [d254599a]. Dr. Bawumia expressed gratitude for the EU's support and listed the pressing challenges to be addressed at the dialogue, including socio-economic partnership, peace and security, governance and human rights, green growth, technology, and sustainability [d254599a]. He urged participants to reflect on progress made and chart a course for the future [d254599a].
This call for the strengthening of ties between Ghana and the EU adds a new dimension to the ongoing debate surrounding Vice President Bawumia's economic management and government's reliance on the IMF and World Bank in managing the Ghana cedi [d254599a] [aef24239] [f3876be5]. It highlights the importance of international cooperation and partnerships in addressing the challenges faced by the Ghanaian economy and promoting sustainable development [d254599a] [aef24239] [f3876be5].