Climate change featured prominently in the discussions and both leaders reiterated the need for a united voice in advocating for stronger global climate action. They stressed the importance of enhancing collaborative efforts to tackle environmental challenges and supporting initiatives that advance sustainable development.
Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey seized the opportunity to officially announce her candidature for the position of Secretary-General of the Commonwealth and presented her vision for the organisation.
She emphasised the shared values and aspirations that both nations contribute to the Commonwealth family and expressed confidence that Ghana’s leadership could advance the Commonwealth’s mission of fostering democracy, good governance, development, and global peace.
She highlighted her six key agenda areas namely: Democracy, Commonwealth Values and Realizing the Democratic Dividend; Trade and Investment; Youth, Education, Skills, Innovation and Start-ups; Climate Change; Small Island States and Small States; and managing resources for an effective Commonwealth Institution.
The meeting concluded with both Ministers expressing optimism about the future of Ghana-Sri Lanka relations and the potential for enhanced collaboration across various sectors. They agreed to maintain high-level engagements to further strengthen their partnership and collaborate on shared objectives at the international fora.
Source:Mybrytfmonline.com/Kwabena Nyarko Abronoma
