India and Ghana Forge Comprehensive Partnership With Focus on Development and Security

India and Ghana have upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive partnership, focusing on mutual development goals and security. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama discussed increasing trade, collaboration in technology and defense, and tackling global issues. Several agreements were signed to enhance cooperation.

India and Ghana have elevated their bilateral relationship to the level of a comprehensive partnership, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizing New Delhi's commitment to being a co-traveller in the African nation's path to development.

Following meetings with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, the two countries have decided to double their trade over the next five years, further solidifying their economic ties. Notably, this marks the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Ghana in three decades.

Boosted by agreements in culture, traditional medicine, and defense cooperation, the partnership signifies mutual efforts to counter terrorism and enhance security and technological collaboration. The leaders also expressed concerns about global conflicts, advocating for solutions through dialogue.

(With inputs from agencies.)