Photos: Mahama engages global leaders in Presidential Roundtable in New York

President John Dramani Mahama took part in a Presidential Roundtable hosted by the Open Society Foundation in New York as part of activities occurring concurrently with the 81st United Nations General Assembly. This roundtable convened presidents and chief executives from leading global foundations for talks on sustainable development, funding, and institutional enhancement across the Global South.

During this event, President Mahama advocated for improved domestic capabilities, robust institutions, and sustainable financing as nations in the Global South grapple with mounting debt burdens and evolving international development dynamics. He emphasized the necessity of prioritizing job creation, enhancing public services, advancing infrastructure projects, and broadening opportunities, especially for the younger demographic.

President Mahama also highlighted the significance of heightened coordination among governmental bodies, increased domestic revenue generation, prudent financial stewardship, and institutions equipped to produce tangible outcomes. He advocated for the integration of successful development programs into public systems and local delivery networks, supported by sustainable financing strategies to ensure their enduring effects. The following images provide snapshots of this significant gathering.