The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Peru in Accra launched a commemorative book titled “Peru–Ghana: A Journey of Friendship and Cooperation” on Thursday, 5th March, 2026. The Book, developed as part of Peru’s “Immortalizing Bilateral Relations” series, recounts nearly four decades of diplomatic engagement between Peru and Ghana since the establishment of formal relations in 1987. It showcases key milestones, shared values, and cooperative initiatives that have deepened the partnership between the two nations.
Delivering his remarks, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) described the publication as an important documentation of the shared journey between Ghana and Peru. He noted that the book reflects the steady construction of diplomatic bridges between two nations located on opposite sides of the Atlantic but united by common values of democracy, multilateralism and inclusive development.
Honourable Ablakwa highlighted that both countries share a distinguished legacy within the United Nations, having produced two eminent former Secretaries-General Javier Pérez de Cuéllar of Peru and Kofi Annan of Ghana whose leadership continues to inspire global diplomacy. He further noted that Peru represents an important partner in advancing cooperation in trade, education, tourism, culture and multilateral diplomacy and added that the commemorative publication serves not only as a reflection on past achievements but also as a roadmap for future collaboration, encouraging both countries to translate their longstanding diplomatic goodwill into tangible economic and development partnerships.
The Ambassador of the Republic of Peru, Her Excellency Rosa Liliana Gómez de Weston in her remarks underscored that the commemorative book represents a tangible expression of the friendship built between the two nations over the years. She noted that Ghana and Peru share similar historical experiences shaped by struggles for independence, nation-building and the pursuit of development. She emphasised that relations between the two countries continue to expand through trade, cultural exchanges, academic collaboration and cooperation in international organisations.
The event brought together Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Traditional Leaders, Senior Government Officials, Academia, among others.
