Mahama strengthen bilateral ties with UAE

‎President John Dramani Mahama has held bilateral discussions with the President of United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on ways to enhance bilateral ties for the benefit of the two countries, focusing on trade, investment, renewable energy, innovation, technology, and artificial intelligence.
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‎The two leaders agreed on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, to strengthen energy cooperation with the Middle East country to invest in oil and gas storage facilities in Ghana.
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‎Mr. Mahama and his counterpart held these discussions on the sidelines of the “Make it in the Emirates 2026” summit at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.
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‎A statement issued by the Jubilee House on Wednesday, May 6, disclosed that the two leaders also seized the opportunity to address the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and acknowledged the UAE’s difficult position as a buffer zone.
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‎Both expressed hope for a swift resolution to US-Iran hostilities and stated that restoring peace would let the global community refocus on sustainable development and innovation.
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‎The discussion further highlighted the need to diversify the energy portfolios beyond the traditional fossil fuels. The leaders explored alternative approaches to securing the energy sector particularly transitioning to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and solar power to reduce over-reliance on crude oil.
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‎The meeting ended with the two countries reaffirming the deep historical ties between Ghana and the UAE.
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‎The UAE President praised Ghana as a “peaceful partner” and a “secure, stable democracy,” noting the significant opportunities for mutual growth.
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‎Both leaders expressed optimism that their renewed partnership would lead to tangible advancements in trade, investment, and sustainable energy, benefiting both nations for years to come.