News:
September 12, 2025
The United Kingdom’s Minister for International Development, Baroness Chapman, has paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to strengthen bilateral ties and reaffirm her Country’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s democratic and governance reforms.
According to her the visit was to learn from Ghana’s governance experience and to appreciate the impact of the UK’s longstanding support to the country over the years.
She acknowledged that gender parity remains a challenge across parliaments globally and commended Ghana’s democratic progress underscoring the importance of protecting democratic engagement to meeting the needs of citizens.
The Minister for International Development assured of her country’s commitment towards supporting Ghana’s efforts.
In addition discussion focused on the UK’s longstanding partnership with the Parliament of Ghana, as well as opportunities to deepen collaboration following the June 2025 launch of a new technical support programme funded by the UK and delivered through the World Bank.
Kwaku Sakyi-Danso/Ghanamps.com