Ablakwa emphasized that Ghana’s foreign policy under Mahama’s administration would prioritize economic diplomacy and strategic partnerships to ensure tangible benefits for Ghanaians.

We are determined to demystify foreign affairs. Diplomacy should not be abstract but should yield tangible benefits for ordinary Ghanaians. We will prioritize economic diplomacy and ensure that our international relations impact people’s livelihoods.

Touching on global alliances, Ablakwa hinted that Ghana is considering closer ties with BRICS—an economic bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—while maintaining relationships with traditional partners like the IMF and World Bank.

The world is shifting towards multipolar alliances, and Ghana cannot be left behind. We must explore all options, including forging stronger ties with BRICS, to ensure that our economic interests are well-positioned on the global stage.

Ablakwa also highlighted Mahama’s commitment to Pan-Africanism, drawing parallels to Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.

President Mahama understands that Africa’s strength lies in unity, integration, and economic collaboration. We cannot continue to trade more with Europe and Asia than we do with each other. That is why he is focused on rebuilding regional ties.