Accra, Ghana – In a sun‑lit meeting room at the Ministry of Defence on Monday, Deputy Minister for Defence Hon. Enerst Brogya Genfi welcomed Mexico’s Ambassador to Ghana, Her Excellency Norma Ang (also referred to as Norma Ang Sánchez), for a conversation that felt more like a handshake between old friends than a formal diplomatic call.
The two sat down to map out a future where Ghana’s strategic position as the gateway to West Africa meets Mexico’s expertise in technology, training and disaster response. “We’re excited about the possibilities,” Genfi said, his voice upbeat. “From joint training exercises to sharing technology that can boost our national response systems, there’s a lot we can learn from each other.”
Their talks ranged from defence and security cooperation to broader issues like climate change, peacekeeping and migration – all framed within a shared commitment to multilateralism, democracy and sustainable development. Both leaders highlighted how stronger Ghana‑Mexico ties could help tackle global challenges, noting that the partnership is still modest but full of untapped potential.
The ambassador, who has been touring the region to deepen people‑to‑people connections, praised Ghana’s Affirmative Action Plan and its emphasis on gender equality. She also shared insights from Mexico’s own disaster‑response framework, sparking ideas for future training exchanges that could see Ghanaian officers learning from Mexican specialists and vice‑versa.
Genfi reiterated Ghana’s readiness to work hand‑in‑hand with Mexico, emphasizing that the meeting was just the beginning of a broader collaboration that could spill over into economic and cultural sectors. “We see Mexico as a reliable partner with geopolitical weight and an attractive market,” he added, “and we’re eager to see that partnership grow.”
The conversation, described by both sides as “fruitful” and “productive,” wrapped up with a firm handshake and a mutual promise to keep the dialogue alive. As the Deputy Minister thanked Ambassador Ang for her visit, the sense in the room was that this renewed engagement could be the spark that turns a long‑standing diplomatic friendship into a vibrant, multi‑faceted partnership – one that benefits not only Ghana and Mexico but the wider West African and Latin American communities alike.
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