Terrorism, Tech & Trade: Key Takeaways From PM Modi's Talks With Ghanaian President

Last Updated:July 03, 2025, 07:05 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama and decided to elevate the "bilateral partnership to a Comprehensive Partnership".

PM Modi in Ghana: PM Modi meets Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama (Photo: X/ Narendra Modi)

India is not only a partner but a co-traveller in Ghana’s development journey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, adding that both countries have elevated their ties to the level of a comprehensive partnership.

The Prime Minister’s remarks came after holding a meeting with Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama.

In his media statement, PM Modi said that both nations have set a target of doubling the bilateral trade in the next five years.

PM Modi arrived in the capital city of the West African country on the first leg of his five-nation visit on Wednesday. He was received by the Ghanaian President at the airport in a special gesture, as this is the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in three decades.

“Today, the president and I have decided to elevate our bilateral partnership to a Comprehensive Partnership. India is not just a partner but a co-traveller in Ghana’s journey of nation-building," PM Modi said.

The Prime Minister thanked Ghana for its support to India in the fight against terrorism.

“We are unanimous that terrorism is the enemy of humanity. We thank Ghana for its cooperation in our fight against terrorism. In this context, we have decided to further strengthen mutual cooperation in counter-terrorism," he said.

He said that India and Ghana will proceed in the field of defence and security with the mantra of “security through solidarity".

“India-Ghana cooperation will be enhanced in areas such as training of armed forces, maritime security, defence supply and cyber security," the Prime Minister said.

After the meeting, the two sides signed four pacts in several areas such as culture and traditional medicine.

“Indian companies have invested nearly two billion dollars in about 900 projects. Today, we have set a target to double our mutual trade in the next five years," PM Modi said.

“In the field of FinTech, India is ready to share its experience of UPI digital payments with Ghana," he added.

The Prime Minister further said that the Indian companies will cooperate in the exploration of mining of critical minerals in the country.

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