Ghana has received an invitation to participate in the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula, a ten-point plan designed to bring an end to the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, during a meeting with Ghanaian President Akufo-Addo at the 2024 World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, emphasized the importance of Ghana's involvement in the peace process.

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The Ukrainian Peace Formula focuses on key aspects such as food and energy security, territorial integrity, environmental safety, the release of prisoners, withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine, and the prevention of future aggression.

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Ghana, known for its peace and political stability in the sub-region, has established diplomatic ties with both Russia and Ukraine, particularly in education, science, and technology.

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During the meeting, the leaders discussed ways to strengthen relations between Ukraine and Ghana, as well as with other African countries. They also explored the possibility of Ghanaian students studying in Ukrainian higher educational institutions and the potential for creating logistics hubs for the trans-shipment of Ukrainian agricultural products to African nations.

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President Zelenskyy commended Ghana for its support of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity on the international stage. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has led to global price increases, especially for oil, natural gas, and food items like wheat, of which Ukraine and Russia contribute significantly to global exports.

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President Zelenskyy called on the global community to remain united in supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression during his address at the WEF. He announced plans for a global summit to advocate for peace, with hopes of it taking place in Switzerland.

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Ghana's delegation, led by President Akufo-Addo, actively participated in various meetings with high-level stakeholders and global leaders at the Forum. Discussions covered key themes such as achieving security and cooperation in a fractured world, creating growth and jobs for a new era, artificial intelligence as a driving force for the economy and society, and a long-term strategy for climate, nature, and energy.

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