By Sarah Baafi
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has briefed members of the diplomatic corps in Accra following what he described as a historic milestone at the United Nations.
According to the Minister, the meeting was convened to convey the appreciation of John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana to countries that supported the recent UN resolution declaring transatlantic enslavement the gravest crime against humanity.
Mr Ablakwa noted that Ghana remains committed to maintaining strong diplomatic ties with all nations, including those that either voted against or abstained from the resolution. He emphasised that the government harbours no resentment and does not expect differing positions at the UN to affect existing bilateral relationships.
The Foreign Affairs Minister also used the occasion to extend an invitation, on behalf of President Mahama, for all countries to join what he described as a growing global coalition advocating reparatory justice. He disclosed that more than 123 countries have already aligned with the initiative, which seeks to address the long-term impacts of transatlantic enslavement.
As part of ongoing international cooperation, Mr Ablakwa commended countries such as the Netherlands and Germany for initiating processes to return cultural artefacts currently in their possession to Ghana.
The development marks a significant step in Ghana’s diplomatic engagement on historical justice and cultural restitution, reinforcing its role in global advocacy for reparations and reconciliation.
