Mahama arrives in Singapore for state visit to strengthen Ghana–Singapore ties

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Singapore for a three-day state visit, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation, expanding trade and investment, and fostering partnerships in education, science and innovation, urban solutions, agribusiness, and the digital economy.

During his visit, President Mahama will engage in bilateral discussions with Singapore’s President, H.E. Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and Prime Minister, the Hon. Lawrence Wong. He will also deliver the keynote address at the 8th Africa–Singapore Business Forum (ASBF) and headline a Ghana country-specific Investment and Business Forum, bringing together public- and private-sector leaders to explore new opportunities between the two nations.

Upon arrival, President Mahama stated: “Ghana and Singapore share a forward-thinking perspective rooted in innovation, skills, and entrepreneurship.

This visit aims to translate our shared values into tangible cooperation, facilitating Singaporean investment and expertise in Ghana’s key sectors while creating new opportunities for Ghanaian businesses across Southeast Asia.”

The president is joined by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), Minister for Foreign Affairs; Joyce Bawah Mogtari, Advisor and Special Aide to the President; Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare (MP), Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry; and Haruna Iddrisu (MP), Minister for Education.

The delegation also includes Felix Kwakye Ofosu (MP), Presidential Spokesperson and Minister of State for Government Communications; Simon Madjie, Chief Executive of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre; and Francis Kwarteng Arthur, Chief Executive of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority.