President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana departed Accra for New York to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The assembly is being held under the theme "Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations that Delivers for All." This year's event brings together world leaders to discuss pressing global issues. President Mahama is expected to highlight Ghana's priorities on global development, historical justice, and Africa's economic renewal during his participation.
As part of his engagements, President Mahama will host a high-level event on the Accra Reset. The event, scheduled for Monday, September 21, is themed "Full Circle: Making Global Development Work Again." It aims to bring together world leaders to discuss ways of making global development systems more effective. The President will also host a side event focused on reparatory justice, particularly international cooperation towards the return and restitution of cultural properties and heritage, on Wednesday, September 23.
President Mahama is scheduled to deliver Ghana's official statement during the UN General Assembly's main General Debate on Thursday, September 24. His statement is expected to reflect Ghana's stance on current global issues. Beyond the UN programme, the President will hold a series of bilateral and business engagements. These meetings aim to strengthen international partnerships, attract investment, and engage Ghanaians in the diaspora.
During his visit, President Mahama will meet with world leaders, the UN Secretary-General, and executives of multinational companies. He is also scheduled to ring the NASDAQ Closing Bell and participate in a US–Ghana Presidential Roundtable. The roundtable, organised by the US-Africa Chamber of Commerce, will bring together key stakeholders to discuss areas of mutual interest.
President Mahama's itinerary further includes an address at the Council on Foreign Relations. He will also participate in the Ocean Panel Leaders' Meeting. These engagements reflect Ghana's commitment to global cooperation and sustainable development. The President's participation in these events is expected to yield positive outcomes for Ghana.
On Friday, September 25, President Mahama will conclude his New York engagements with a town hall meeting with the Ghanaian community. The meeting will provide an opportunity for the President to share updates on his administration's national development agenda. He will also address concerns and interact with Ghanaians in the diaspora.
President Mahama is accompanied by First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama, Foreign Affairs Minister, other Cabinet ministers, senior officials from the Presidency, and other government officials. Their presence underscores the importance of this visit and Ghana's commitment to international cooperation. The President's participation in the 81st UN General Assembly reflects Ghana's active role in global affairs.
Key points
- President Mahama will host a high-level event on the Accra Reset to discuss making global development systems more effective.
- The President will deliver Ghana's official statement during the UN General Assembly's main General Debate on Thursday, September 24.
- President Mahama will hold a town hall meeting with the Ghanaian community in New York on Friday, September 25.
