In a significant diplomatic engagement that signals deepening ties and shared ambition on climate action, the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Seidu Issifu, has had a luncheon with Park Kyongsig, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Ghana.
The meeting, held at the Korean Embassy in Accra on July 7, served to formally introduce the newly established Ministerial Office and explore enhanced bilateral collaboration in the areas of climate change, sustainability, and green development.
This high-level interaction reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering commitment to global climate diplomacy and multilateral cooperation. It also marked a critical step in strengthening bilateral relations with Korea, particularly around climate finance, green industrialization, and access to international mechanisms such as the Green Climate Fund.
The Minister expressed gratitude for Korea’s continued support to Ghana, especially through the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and related development initiatives.
Minister Seidu Issifu outlined the strategic rationale for the creation of his Office by President John Mahama “a cross-sectoral mandate to coordinate national climate efforts and promote a green, inclusive economy powered by public-private partnerships,” he stated.
The Minister’s presentation spotlighted several priority interventions: The establishment of a National Technical Working Committee drawing membership from all ministries to harmonize climate actions and ensure inter-agency policy coherence.
Credit: onuaonline