Mahama holds bilateral talks with Jamaican leaders to deepen cooperation

President John Dramani Mahama has held high-level bilateral discussions with Jamaican officials during his four-day State Visit to the Caribbean country, focusing on ways to strengthen trade, investment, cultural ties and broader South-South cooperation.

On Monday, August 8, President Mahama and his delegation were officially welcomed at King’s House in Kingston by Jamaica’s Governor-General, Sir Patrick Allen, and his wife, Lady Allen.

The visit opened with a ceremonial reception, including an inspection of the Guard of Honour by President Mahama, followed by a courtesy meeting with the Governor-General and Lady Allen.

President Mahama subsequently travelled to the Office of the Prime Minister, where he was welcomed by Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness.

After signing Jamaica’s official guest book, the two leaders held a private meeting to discuss matters of mutual interest and identify areas for closer cooperation between the two countries.

The private discussions were followed by formal bilateral talks involving the Ghanaian and Jamaican delegations.

According to the Presidency, the talks focused on boosting trade and investment, expanding cultural and educational exchanges, and enhancing cooperation on regional and international matters of common interest.

The day’s programme ended with a joint media briefing at the Executive Building, where President Mahama and Prime Minister Holness highlighted the outcomes of their discussions.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the historic diplomatic and cultural relationship between Ghana and Jamaica.

President Mahama’s four-day State Visit is intended to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation between the two countries across a range of strategic sectors.