Mahama urges global peace and cooperation at Russia-Africa Summit

President John Dramani Mahama has called for an amicable resolution of ongoing conflicts around the world, warning that wars have caused deaths, human suffering and severe disruptions to global logistics and value chains.

Speaking at the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on Thursday, October 29, the President underscored the need for international cooperation to restore peace and stability.

“Mr. President, the world is currently plagued by conflict and insecurity. This has caused death and considerable suffering in various theaters of war.

“Ghana calls for an amicable resolution of these various conflicts ongoing around the world,” he said.

President Mahama also welcomed President Putin’s willingness to resume trilateral talks on the conflict involving Ukraine, expressing support for Russia’s efforts towards a lasting peace agreement that guarantees security for both Russia and Ukraine.

“Mr. President, we appreciate your willingness to resume trilateral talks in respect of the conflict with Ukraine and your call for a lasting peace agreement and security for both Russia and Ukraine,” he noted.

He further called for international cooperation and solidarity in the fight against terrorism, particularly in the territories of the Alliance of Sahel States.

The President said the summit had created opportunities for partnerships between African countries and Russia, urging participants to translate the engagements into concrete outcomes.

“Mr. President, this summit has opened many opportunities for partnership, and so let us leave this summit with a clear commitment to action and with the resolve to follow through,” the President remarked.

He stressed that the value of the partnerships established at the summit should ultimately be measured by improvements in the lives of ordinary people.

“The most lasting expression of our friendship will be the progress our people can see in their communities and their lives,” President Mahama added.