Ghana, Luxembourg to Explore Visa Waiver Agreement as Countries Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Ghana and Luxembourg have agreed to begin discussions on a possible visa waiver agreement as the two countries seek to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in key areas.
The agreement followed a meeting between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Luxembourg’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Xavier Bettel, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) last week.
The two Ministers held wide-ranging discussions on ways to deepen relations between Ghana and Luxembourg and identify areas where both countries can work together to achieve practical economic benefits.
The discussions focused particularly on value addition, digital technologies, agro-processing and industrial transformation.
Both sides emphasised the need to promote partnerships that can create jobs, strengthen local industries and support sustainable economic development.
The Ministers also exchanged views on international and regional developments, democratic values, human rights and security issues.
They stressed the importance of constructive dialogue among partner countries and highlighted the need for continued cooperation through multilateral frameworks.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for Ghana to explore stronger cooperation with European partners, including Luxembourg, in areas such as development cooperation, investment and people-to-people relations.
The two sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining regular dialogue and building closer bilateral relations.
As part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries, Ghana and Luxembourg also agreed to open discussions on a potential visa waiver agreement.
The proposed discussions will also consider the broader Benelux Union, which brings together Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.
Ghana and Luxembourg are expected to continue working together on shared priorities and common objectives within the multilateral system, while pursuing areas of cooperation that can contribute to development and stronger relations between their peoples.
