A six-member diplomatic delegation from European Parliament concluded a high-level mission to Accra from 28th to 29th October 2025.

The visit served as a catalyst for strengthening inter-parliamentary collaboration, enhancing strategic dialogue, and advancing shared commitments to peace, prosperity, and democratic governance.

Led by Committee Chair David McAllister, alongside the European Union Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Rune Skinnebach, the delegation included MEPs Sebastião Bugalho, Christophe Gomart, Željana Zovko, Marta Temido and Sebastian Tynkkynen.

Their engagements reflected a vision grounded in mutual respect, forward-leaning cooperation, and a collective pursuit of a rules-based global order.

During consultations with the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, Ghanaian lawmakers and former diplomats, discussions centred on strengthening political ties, boosting trade cooperation, and enhancing joint efforts to safeguard regional stability.

McAllister hailed Ghana’s democratic resilience and diplomatic influence within West Africa, emphasising that developments in Ghana resonate far beyond its borders. He stated that the EU remains steadfast in partnering with Ghana to uphold peace and stability across the sub-region.

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin commended the European Union’s longstanding support across security, trade, sustainability and democratic governance, underscoring Ghana’s appreciation for the EU’s role in fostering institutional strengthening and socio-economic development.

His remarks reflected a strategic alignment between both sides as they navigate global shifts and seek balanced, inclusive growth.

A key highlight of the mission was a visit to the DEK Vaccines project site, a flagship initiative under the EU’s Global Gateway framework.

The project aims to bolster Africa’s vaccine production capabilities, positioning Ghana as a regional pharmaceutical hub and strengthening public health resilience. It stands as a testament to the EU’s commitment to fostering sustainable local value chains and innovation ecosystems.

The delegation also engaged students at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), alongside members of the EU Youth Sounding Board and the National Youth Authority.

Discussions explored the evolving geopolitical landscape, opportunities for youth empowerment, and EU support programmes designed to equip Ghana’s young leaders with the tools to thrive in an interconnected world.

The dialogue underscored the importance of nurturing the next generation as custodians of national progress and global cooperation.

In a world shaped by shifting currents, the visit symbolised continuity and shared purpose. It reinforced a partnership anchored in values, ambition and mutual trust, echoing a future where Europe and Ghana move in concert to unlock opportunity, sustain peace and champion democratic ideals.

The mission closed with renewed commitment to deepening collaboration, ensuring the partnership remains not merely transactional, but transformational, guided by a shared vision for a resilient and prosperous future.