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In a powerful address at the 7th African Union-European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, Ghana’s Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang delivered a resounding message of hope, resilience and cooperation, echoing the country’s inflexible commitment to Africa’s transformation.
Conveying warm greetings from His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, the Vice President, Opoku-Agyemang congratulated the people of Angola on 50 years of independence, praising their remarkable journey.
The dignitary expressed profound gratitude to the Government of Angola and the African Union Commission for their exceptional hospitality, setting the tone for a productive and meaningful dialogue.
Reflecting on the AU-EU partnership, the Vice President emphasized the shared values and commitment to development that underpin this strategic alliance. Highlighting the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA) as a ray of African-led responses to conflict, the address underscored the urgent need for coordinated action to address Africa’s deepening vulnerabilities, from climate shocks to geopolitical tensions and piracy.
Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang , enters this summit with renewed confidence, driven by a robust 2026 budget that aligns with AU-EU priorities.
The three-pillar approach – restoring macroeconomic stability, investing in infrastructure and connectivity, and prioritizing jobs and human capital – strengthens Ghana’s ability to contribute meaningfully to Africa’s transformation agenda.
The address spotlighted West Africa’s dynamic economies and vibrant youth, while also acknowledging the region’s challenges, notably violent extremism fueled by poverty, exclusion, and resource pressures. Ghana’s intention to convene a meeting on extremism to enhance regional coordination was announced, underscoring the country’s commitment to addressing this pressing issue.
Welcoming the EU’s Global Gateway Initiative and its €150 billion commitment to Africa’s sustainable development, the speaker emphasized Ghana’s priorities, including an EU waiver for offshore patrols, support for replacing essential components of the Kpone Hydro Dam, and assistance for the Damongo Water Facility.
As the African Union’s Year for Reparations dawns, Ghana, as AU Champion, is preparing to table a UN resolution recognizing the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade as one of history’s gravest crimes against humanity.
Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang urged European partners to join as co-authors, underscoring the imperative of collective action towards justice and reconciliation.
Commending the European Group for their support of the Africa Group at the UN Human Rights Council, the address concluded with a resounding call to action, as Ghana’s voice continues to resonate deeply across the continent, championing Africa’s transformation and development and growth for all.
Story by Lawrence Odoom
