Ghana and Morocco Deepen Bilateral Cooperation at UNGA

On the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), held a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco, H.E. Nasser Bourita. The two Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, building on the outcomes of Hon. Ablakwa’s recent working visit to Morocco. Minister Bourita commended the action oriented approach proposed during that visit, noting that it has provided a solid framework for tangible results.

Discussions highlighted the positive impact of the visa waiver arrangement agreed during Hon Ablakwa’s recent visit to Morocco, which has already facilitated travel for many Ghanaian citizens. Minister Bourita noted that the next step would be to move towards full visa exemption, further easing mobility between the two countries.

The two sides also reviewed cooperation in agriculture and education. Hon. Ablakwa expressed gratitude for Morocco’s support in supplying 40,000 bags of fertilizer to Ghana, as well as the ongoing collaboration between Moroccan agricultural experts and Ghanaian universities and researchers. Minister Bourita indicated that regular supplies of fertilizer would be ensured to support Ghanaian farmers and emphasized the importance of timely coordination ahead of the next planting season. Both Ministers further welcomed the recent increase in scholarships granted to Ghanaian students by Morocco.

Looking ahead, the Ministers discussed opportunities to expand economic cooperation. They recalled the upcoming Ghana-Morocco Business Forum scheduled for November 2025 and considered the prospect of a Moroccan business delegation visiting Ghana to explore new avenues for trade and investment. Both sides expressed optimism that these engagements would deepen ties and deliver mutually beneficial outcomes.