President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to accountability, inclusive governance, and sustainable national development during a Town Hall Meeting with members of the Ghanaian community in the United Kingdom.
The engagement, held in London as part of activities surrounding the Ghana-UK Investment Summit, brought together Ghanaians living in the UK to discuss national development priorities, economic reforms, and the critical role of the diaspora in Ghana’s future growth.
Addressing participants, President Mahama stressed the importance of maintaining strong connections between Ghana and its citizens abroad, noting that the government values the contributions of the diaspora and considers them key partners in the country’s development agenda.
According to the President, the Town Hall Meeting formed an integral part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between Ghana and the United Kingdom, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, and economic cooperation.
He explained that the Ghana-UK Investment Summit is designed to attract strategic investments into Ghana while creating opportunities for deeper collaboration between businesses and institutions in both countries.
President Mahama also used the occasion to update members of the diaspora on ongoing constitutional review processes aimed at making governance more inclusive and reflective of the realities of modern Ghana.
He revealed that proposed reforms seek to expand opportunities for Ghanaians living abroad to participate more actively in national governance.
Among the proposals under consideration are provisions that would allow eligible dual citizens to serve in Parliament and hold ministerial positions, a move he described as essential in harnessing the expertise, experience, and global networks of Ghanaians abroad for national development.
The President noted that the government remains committed to ensuring that all citizens, regardless of where they reside, have meaningful opportunities to contribute to the country’s progress.
Touching on the economy, President Mahama highlighted what he described as Ghana’s improving global economic outlook.
He pointed to growing international recognition of the country’s efforts toward economic recovery and reform, emphasizing that Ghana is increasingly being viewed as a model for resilience and economic restructuring.
He assured participants that the government would continue implementing policies aimed at stabilizing the economy, creating jobs, improving infrastructure, and enhancing the overall quality of life for citizens.
On continental matters, President Mahama reiterated Ghana’s commitment to African integration and regional cooperation.
He emphasized the significance of the African Continental Free Trade Area as a transformative platform capable of driving economic growth, boosting intra-African trade, and creating opportunities for businesses across the continent.
According to him, stronger collaboration among African nations is essential for achieving shared prosperity and positioning the continent as a competitive force in the global economy.
The Town Hall Meeting also highlighted the strategic importance of the Ghanaian diaspora in advancing the country’s socio-economic transformation.
President Mahama acknowledged the substantial contributions made by Ghanaians abroad through remittances, investments, skills transfer, and advocacy, describing them as indispensable partners in Ghana’s development journey.
He encouraged members of the diaspora to continue investing in Ghana, sharing knowledge and expertise, and strengthening international partnerships that can support the country’s long-term development goals.
The engagement formed part of President Mahama’s broader activities in the United Kingdom, where discussions are focused on enhancing economic cooperation, attracting investment, and deepening the historic ties between Ghana and the UK.
By 1960news.com
