Virginia E. Palmer, the United States Ambassador to Ghana, has congratulated John Dramani Mahama on his recent election victory, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to its longstanding partnership with Ghana.
In a statement shared after their meeting, Ambassador Palmer emphasized the mutual priorities that the U.S. and Ghana will work on under the Mahama administration. These include supporting Ghana’s democracy, strengthening security cooperation to ensure regional safety, and enhancing the business environment to encourage trade, investment, and economic growth.
“Today I met John Mahama to congratulate him on his election and underscore the #USinGhana longstanding partnership,” Ambassador Palmer stated. “The United States looks forward to working with the Mahama Administration to support Ghana’s democracy, deepen our security cooperation to keep Ghanaians and the region safe, and to improve the business climate to encourage trade and investment and strengthen our economic ties.”
The United States has maintained a robust diplomatic and economic relationship with Ghana, spanning decades of cooperation in various sectors, including health, education, and governance. Ambassador Palmer’s remarks signal a renewed commitment to further solidify these ties during Mahama’s administration.
As Ghana transitions into this new political phase, stakeholders will anticipate strengthened bilateral efforts to promote peace, stability, and prosperity across the region.
