Mahama directs Ambassador to Israel to uphold Ghana’s commitment to two‑state solution
President Mahama instructed new Ghanaian Ambassador to Israel, Mrs. Evelyn Korantemaa Ofosu‑Amable, to maintain Ghana’s support for a two‑state solution in the Palestine‑Israel conflict.
In Brief
- •President Mahama instructed new Ghanaian Ambassador to Israel, Mrs. Evelyn Korantemaa Ofosu‑Amable, to maintain Ghana’s support for a two‑state solution in the Palestine‑Israel conflict.
- •The directive was issued during the commissioning of four new envoys, including representatives to Geneva, Angola, and Qatar.
- •Mahama emphasized that Ghana’s foreign policy recognises the State of Palestine and calls for peaceful coexistence within internationally recognised borders.
- •He urged the ambassador to pursue labour‑mobility agreements and strengthen partnerships in agriculture, technology, healthcare, water management, and education.
- •The president also tasked the mission with monitoring the safety and welfare of Ghanaian interns in Israel’s MASHAV programme.
Why It Matters
Ghana’s reaffirmation of a two‑state solution underscores its long‑standing diplomatic stance on the Palestine‑Israel conflict and signals continued engagement with Israel across multiple sectors. By directing the ambassador to advance labour‑mobility agreements and monitor intern welfare, the administration aims to deepen bilateral cooperation while safeguarding Ghanaian nationals abroad.
Key Details
- President
- John Dramani Mahama
- Ambassador to Israel
- Evelyn Korantemaa Ofosu‑Amable
- Directive date
- 2026-10-16
- Two‑state solution stance
- Recognises State of Palestine; supports viable two‑state solution
- Labour‑mobility priority
- Advance discussions on proposed agreement
Context & Background
Ghana has historically supported a two‑state solution to the Palestine‑Israel conflict, recognising the State of Palestine and advocating for peaceful coexistence within internationally recognised borders.
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