Ghana strengthens defence cooperation with Türkiye after Deputy Minister’s visit

As part of efforts to deepen bilateral defence relations and expand strategic cooperation between Türkiye and Ghana, Deputy Minister for Defence, Ernest Brogya Genfi, has concluded a working visit to Ankara in a move aimed at reinforcing a long-standing security partnership between the two countries.

The visit, which took place over the weekend, was disclosed by the Embassy of Ghana in Ankara in a statement posted on its official Facebook page. According to the mission, the engagement reaffirms the “enduring partnership and shared commitment to peace, security, and strategic cooperation” between Ghana and Türkiye.

While details of the meetings were not immediately made public, the Deputy Minister is believed to have held discussions with key Turkish defence officials, focusing on strengthening collaboration in areas such as military training, defence technology, and capacity building.

The Embassy noted that the visit forms part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to enhance high-level engagements between Ghana and Türkiye, particularly in sectors critical to national and regional security. It added that it remains committed to facilitating partnerships that promote mutual interests and broaden cooperation beyond defence.

Ghana and Türkiye have in recent years expanded ties across multiple sectors, including security, trade, and infrastructure. Defence cooperation, in particular, has become an increasingly important pillar of the relationship, as both countries seek to respond to emerging security threats and strengthen institutional capacity.

The relations between the two countries date back to 1958, shortly after Ghana gained independence, when both countries formally established diplomatic ties. Over the years, the relationship has evolved beyond traditional diplomacy into a multifaceted partnership, with increasing emphasis on defence and security cooperation.

A significant boost to military relations came in 2016, when both countries moved to formalize collaboration through defence cooperation frameworks that created avenues for training, technical exchange, and logistics support.

Türkiye’s growing role in Africa’s security architecture has also influenced the trajectory of its partnership with Ghana. In recent years, Ankara has expanded its defence diplomacy across the continent, offering military training, institutional support, and access to defence technology. Ghana, for its part, has sought to diversify its security partnerships as it responds to emerging regional threats, particularly in West Africa, where concerns over terrorism and transnational crime continue to evolve.

The Deputy Minister’s visit is expected to further consolidate these relations and open new avenues for collaboration, as the President John Mahama-led -Government continues to pursue strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing its defence capabilities and contributing to international peace and stability through strategic defence intelligence and exchanges.

Source: Purefmonlinegh.com || Evans Osei-Bonsu || 2026