Ghana, Russia sign first visa waiver agreement for diplomatic, service passport holders
Ghana and Russia have signed a Visa Waiver Agreement for holders of diplomatic and service passports, marking the first such agreement between the two countries since the establishment of formal diplomatic relations in 1958. The agreement is expected to facilitate official travel for eligible Ghanaian and Russian officials while strengthening diplomatic engagements and cooperation between […]
Ghana and Russia have established a historic Visa Waiver Agreement for diplomatic and service passport holders, marking the first such accord since their formal diplomatic ties were formed in 1958. This agreement, signed during a recent visit by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, aims to streamline official travel for eligible officials and bolster diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Minister Ablakwa highlighted the significance of the agreement, stating, "On my first day of this important official visit, we signed a historic Visa Waiver Agreement for holders of Diplomatic and Service Passports." Both countries plan to discuss expanding visa privileges to encompass other traveler categories as they strive to deepen economic, investment, and cultural exchanges.
The agreement also underscores the broader objective of enhancing strategic cooperation between Ghana and Russia, with future discussions likely to explore additional areas of mutual interest and collaboration.
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