President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday engaged in high-level bilateral discussions with the Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, on the sidelines of the ongoing 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda.
The high-profile meeting centred on key global trade dynamics, economic investments, and expanding multilateral cooperation across member states.
Both leaders highlighted the pressing need to strengthen trade frameworks to ensure sustainable growth and commercial resilience among developing economies within the global market.
The deliberations align with the overarching theme of this year’s summit, which focuses on accelerating strategic partnerships for a resilient and prosperous Commonwealth.
The two leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepening economic synergies, expanding international market access, and leveraging Commonwealth platforms to foster shared prosperity across member nations.
President John Dramani Mahama arrived in Antigua and Barbuda ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), convened by His Majesty King Charles III.
The President joins fellow Commonwealth leaders for the biennial summit, which is being held under the theme, “Accelerating Partnership and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth.”
During his visit, President Mahama is expected to engage with fellow leaders on trade, investment, economic cooperation and sustainable development, alongside holding bilateral discussions with selected Heads of State and Government.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
