{
  "id": 94927,
  "title": "Ghana’s Ambassador-designate to Japan engages Chief of Protocol, reaffirms commitment to stronger bilateral ties",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/03/ghanas-ambassador-designate-to-japan-engages-chief-of-protocol",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-03T17:56:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/ghanas-ambassador-designate-to-japan-engages-chief-of-protocol-reaffirms-commitment-to-stronger-bilateral-ties/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On 3 August 2026, Ghana's Ambassador-designate to Japan, Humphrey C. Ajongbah, paid a visit to Japan's Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting aimed to introduce Ajongbah and discuss preparations for presenting his Letters of Credence to Japan's Emperor. Ajongbah emphasized Ghana's dedication to deepening bilateral ties between the two nations. The conversation centered on the robust state of Ghana-Japan relations, potential for expanding cooperation, and preparations for significant anniversaries in 2027. These milestones include the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 50th anniversary of the JOCV programme in Ghana, and the centenary of Dr. Hideyo Noguchi's arrival in Ghana. The Ghana Embassy in Japan expressed its eagerness to collaborate closely with Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other partners to strengthen the partnership.",
  "summary": "Ghana’s Ambassador-designate to Japan, Humphrey C. Ajongbah, has paid a courtesy call on Japan’s Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Hara Keiichi, following his arrival in Tokyo.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}