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Vice President bids farewell to outgoing Brazilian Ambassador, reaffirms Ghana-Brazil partnership

Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has received the outgoing Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to Ghana, Mariana Gonçalves Madeira, and commended her for her contributions toward strengthening relations between the two countries.

Vice President bids farewell to outgoing Brazilian Ambassador, reaffirms Ghana-Brazil partnership

Ghana's Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, bid farewell to outgoing Brazilian Ambassador Mariana Gonçalves Madeira during a meeting. The Vice President, acting on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the Ghanaian government, expressed gratitude to Ambassador Madeira for her work in deepening bilateral relations between Ghana and Brazil.

Ambassador Madeira highlighted Ghana's progress under President Mahama's administration and praised the country's commitment to economic growth. She emphasized Ghana as a vital partner for Brazil and expressed optimism about expanding cooperation in areas such as agriculture, energy, security, trade, and social development. The discussions centered on boosting bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus on the energy sector and potential partnerships involving Brazil’s Petrobras.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted the historical and cultural ties between the two nations, which extend beyond modern diplomatic relations. She also recognized Brazil’s support for Ghana in international initiatives, including the UN resolution on the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade and cooperation through the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang commended Ambassador Madeira for expanding diplomatic engagement and wished her well in future endeavors. The meeting reinforced the shared commitment of both nations to building partnerships that benefit their citizens.

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