Ghana and Sierra Leone have reinforced their bilateral cooperation with the signing of seven agreements during the maiden Ministerial Session of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) in Accra.
Held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, the session was jointly led by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Sierra Leone’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Francess Piagie Alghali, following a two-day technical meeting from April 21 to 22.
Mr. Ablakwa described the PJCC as a key mechanism for turning the long-standing relationship between both nations into practical cooperation that drives economic progress and improves living standards.
He emphasised the importance of ensuring that agreements are fully implemented and consistently monitored so that outcomes translate into real benefits for citizens.
The minister outlined key priority sectors for collaboration, including trade and investment, agriculture, energy, healthcare, defence and security, as well as tourism and cultural exchange.
He noted that these areas hold strong potential for job creation, economic growth, and mutual prosperity.
He also highlighted the historical cooperation between the two countries, especially during health crises and natural disasters.
Mrs. Alghali expressed gratitude for the warm reception given to her delegation and reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to strengthening ties with Ghana.
She added that the PJCC represents a shared commitment by both governments to transform their historic relations into a more dynamic partnership focused on development and solidarity.
The session ended with the signing of one formal agreement and six memoranda of understanding covering defence cooperation, electricity generation and management, intelligence and security collaboration, cocoa sector development, political consultations, tourism, culture and creative arts, and healthcare.
Senior officials and technical experts from both countries participated in discussions aimed at expanding cooperation and deepening bilateral relations across key sectors.
Both governments pledged to maintain close engagement and ensure proper implementation and monitoring of all agreements, with the inaugural PJCC described as a landmark moment in Ghana–Sierra Leone relations.