President John Dramani Mahama has voiced his deep concern over the rising tide of terrorism engulfing neighboring nations.

During a discussion with Mali’s Prime Minister, General Abdoulaye Maiga, Mahama highlighted the growing threat posed by extremist factions in the region, underscoring the urgency of enhancing collective regional efforts to confront this menace.

The President reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to assisting Mali and its regional partners, offering continued support in their shared mission to eliminate terrorism and restore peace and security across the area.

“We recognise the relationship we have and how we must work closely together. We know what is happening in the geo-politics of our sub-region and the unfortunate situation unfolding in the Sahel. It is not anything that is new, but it continues to become more grave than it was in the past. I’m talking about the issue of insurgency and terrorism.”

“And so, our security is an echelon objective and we must work with each other to make sure that our sub-region is safe. Ghana continues to remain strong in solidarity with Mali.”

Prime Minister Maiga

The President also shared that Ghana and Mali will form collaborative technical teams to address challenges in their diplomatic ties.

These teams will focus on identifying and resolving existing obstacles.

Meanwhile, Mali's Prime Minister, Abdoulaye Maiga, expressed a positive outlook on enhancing economic and security partnerships between the two nations.

“We’re convinced that our two leaders have the way to ensure the cooperation, economic matters and security.”