Ghana and the European Union are expanding their security partnership, with Brussels planning fresh defense assistance for the West African nation through the European Peace Facility next year, as both sides seek to bolster regional stability amid evolving security threats.

The commitment was outlined during talks at Ghana’s Ministry of Defence in Accra on Wednesday, where Deputy Defence Minister Ernest Brogya Genfi met with EU Ambassador to Ghana Rune Skinnebech, European Peace Facility Head of Division Dorota Dlouchy Suliga and Policy Officer Maria Castaldi.

The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation to counter emerging security risks, improve Ghana’s military readiness and reinforce peace and stability across West Africa.

Mr. Genfi said Ghana is recalibrating its security strategy to address a changing threat landscape, with the government prioritizing investments to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly the Ghana Navy.
“The government is focused on enhancing counterterrorism initiatives and deploying operational platforms to protect critical national infrastructure and other strategic assets,” he said.
He also expressed appreciation for the EU’s continued support of Ghana’s defense sector.

Speaking for the European Union, Ms. Suliga said the bloc intends to channel funding through the European Peace Facility next year to help strengthen Ghana’s defense capabilities.
“The planned assistance reflects the European Union’s commitment to promoting peace, security and stability in Ghana and across the wider West African region,” she said.

The meeting highlighted the deepening security relationship between Ghana and the EU as governments across the region seek closer international cooperation to address terrorism, maritime security and other cross-border threats.

Source:TheDotNews