Ghana and Germany discuss cooperation in railways and labour mobility — MyJoyOnline

The foreign ministers of Ghana and Germany discussed in New York, United States, the development of cooperation in railway infrastructure, the economy, labour mobility and the return of cultural heritage. The meeting between Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Germany’s Federal Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul took place on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, MyJoyOnline reports.

Railway infrastructure and business

According to Ablakwa, railway infrastructure and engineering solutions were among the central issues of the talks. Ghana is seeking strategic partners to modernize its railway transport system.

The sides also considered economic cooperation, including opportunities for German companies to expand their operations in Ghana. The ministers discussed further strengthening bilateral relations in areas of mutual interest.

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Legal employment pathways

Migration and labour mobility were a separate topic. Ghana and Germany are continuing negotiations on creating structured labour exchange programmes that are intended to open legal employment opportunities in Germany for skilled workers from Ghana.

According to Ablakwa, the sides agreed that addressing the causes of irregular migration requires the development of professional skills, education and employment opportunities. He also noted the German government’s cooperation with Ghana on issues of reparative justice, particularly regarding the return and restitution of cultural property and heritage.

Johann Wadephul invited Ghana’s foreign minister to pay a working visit to Germany to continue work on a strategy for implementing the issues discussed.