Ghanaian delegates at IYF 2026 could become bridges for stronger Russia ties – John Aggrey
Ghanaian delegates participating in the 2026 International Youth Festival (IYF) in Ekaterinburg could help strengthen Ghana-Russia relations by building networks that translate into trade, investment, education and technology partnerships.
A delegation of young Ghanaians is set to attend the 2026 International Youth Festival (IYF) in Ekaterinburg, Russia, from September 11 to 17. This presents an opportunity to strengthen ties between Ghana and Russia, according to John Aggrey, CEO of the Ghana Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations. Aggrey believes that the festival provides a platform for developing people-to-people relations that could complement formal diplomatic ties.
Over 10,000 young people from 191 countries, including Ghana, will participate in the festival. Aggrey stresses that the interactions between Ghanaian delegates and Russian counterparts could lead to future business partnerships, scholarships, or joint ventures. He emphasizes that Ghana's presence in the festival, alongside other African nations, underscores the growing determination of young Africans to actively engage in global affairs.
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