The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) on Wednesday, 18th February, 2026, received the Open Letters of the Envoys from the Republics of Malta, Angola and Namibia. He conveyed felicitations to them on their appointment as representatives of their respective countries and for the confidence reposed in them by their governments.
In his interaction with the High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Malta, His Excellency Ronald Micallef, the Honourable Minister referred the cordial relations between the two countries and highlighted opportunities for enhanced collaboration in trade, maritime, health, education, transport, among others and emphasised the readiness of Ghana to deepen cooperation for mutual benefit.
Responding to the remarks by the Honourable Minister, the High Commissioner-designate informed that Malta considers Ghana as a strategic partner and commended the country for its role in the sub-region. Speaking on leveraging existing frameworks to enhance bilateral relations, he commended his predecessor for his efforts in facilitating the establishment of Maltese businesses in Ghana and stated that the two countries could focus on increasing trade. He said Malta was inspired by the decolonisation agenda spearheaded by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and indicated that through freedom Malta is making strides in economic growth.
Receiving the Open Letters of the Ambassador-designate of the Republic of Angola, His Excellency Rui Orlando Ferreira De Ceita Da Silva Xavier, the Honourable Minister recalled the longstanding ties between Ghana and Angola rooted in Pan-Africanism and emphasised the need to strengthen collaboration in the area of oil and gas.
The Ambassador-designate stated that he would contribute his quota during his tour of duty to further deepen the existing cooperation between the two countries.
The Honourable Minister recalled the cordial relations between Ghana and Namibia which predates the independence of the latter and assured the High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata that Ghana is committed to further deepen the continuous cooperation for the mutual benefit of the citizens of the two countries.
Expressing appreciation for the warm reception extended to her, the High Commissioner-designate disclosed that she would work towards strengthening the relations in the area of agriculture and trade.
