South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has commended Ghana for its longstanding role in helping protect South Korean nationals and vessels operating in the Gulf of Guinea, a region historically affected by piracy threats.
During bilateral talks with President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, March 11, President Lee expressed gratitude for Ghana’s cooperation in maintaining maritime security along the West African coast. He noted that Ghana’s efforts have contributed significantly to the safety of Korean citizens working in the region.
Lee also described Ghana as a strategic partner and a reliable gateway for South Korea’s engagement with the African market, given its location along the West African coastline and its role in regional trade.
The meeting also saw the two countries sign several cooperation agreements. These include a climate change cooperation pact to support joint action under their national commitments to the Paris Agreement, a maritime security memorandum of understanding between the Korea Coast Guard and the Ghana Navy to strengthen intelligence sharing on maritime crimes such as piracy and smuggling, and an MOU on technology and digital cooperation.
The technology agreement will focus on areas including artificial intelligence, digital access, and youth training, as both countries seek to deepen bilateral relations and expand collaboration across key sectors.