President Mahama seeks to revive historic Ghana-Russia ties
President John Mahama says Ghana is seeking to revive its historic ties with Russia, with energy cooperation, investment and economic relations expected to feature prominently in his engagements with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
President John Mahama is seeking to rekindle Ghana's historic relations with Russia, focusing on energy cooperation, investment, and economic ties. Mahama met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Russian Transport University prior to a bilateral summit at the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow. He emphasized the importance of restoring the strong historical solidarity between the two nations.
Mahama noted that his participation in the summit demonstrates Ghana's commitment to enhancing its relations with Russia. Energy cooperation is expected to be a major topic of discussion, as Ghana aims to diversify its energy sources. The country is exploring renewable options such as solar and is also considering nuclear energy as part of its energy mix.
Mahama expressed confidence that Russia's technological expertise could assist Ghana in its energy sector endeavors. He anticipates that the meeting between the two leaders will further strengthen bilateral ties, particularly in investment and economic cooperation. The bilateral talks between President Mahama and President Putin are scheduled to take place on Friday.
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