Virginia Evelyn Palmer has officially taken a bow as the United States (U.S.) Ambassador to Ghana.

Her three-year assignment in the country ended on Wednesday, May 28. She took over the position in 2022 from Stephanie Sanders Sullivan.

Throughout her service, she liaised between the U.S. and Ghana to enhance key sectors, including democratic governance, security, economic development, and health.

In a Facebook post on Thursday, May 29, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana praised the ex-ambassador for her outstanding service to the country and her 39-year career in the U.S. Foreign Service.

The embassy also extended its best wishes to her as she begins her next chapter.

“Yesterday, May 28, we bid farewell to Ambassador Virginia Evelyn Palmer. After a three-year tour in Ghana, she concluded her assignment and departed post. We thank her for her outstanding service in her 39-year career with the U.S. Foreign Service and wish her all the best as she begins her next chapter,” the post read.

The Deputy Chief of Mission, Rolf Olson, has stepped in as the Chargé d’Affaires until a new ambassador is appointed.

Meanwhile, Virginia Palmer has penned a write-up reflecting her experiences following her departure.

According to her, "I am delighted now to become one of the millions of American citizens with a deep, personal tie to Ghana."

In the write-up, she lauded President John Dramani Mahama's efforts to eradicate corruption while creating a conducive environment for investors in the country.

"I salute President Mahama’s commitment – declared in his inaugural address and many times since – to fight corruption and improve the business and investment climate," she wrote.

Virginia Evelyn Palmer commended the country's progress, highlighting its leadership role in West Africa and beyond.

"From forging a path to independence nearly 70 years ago to serving as a regional model for stability and inclusive growth," he added.

She pointed out the long-lasting relationship between Ghana and the U.S., adding that "We share values that define our past and our future: love of country, mutual respect, belief in the power of opportunity and the power of the ballot box to effect necessary change, and belief in the duty of care we have for our fellow citizens".

The former ambassador to Ghana concluded that "The American and Ghanaian people share business, family, education and cultural ties; those are the ties that will define the future of our relationship and our partnership".

During her time in office, she voiced her views on some sensitive issues that happened in Ghana, such as the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill and the recent 10% tariff imposed by the US government.

Virginia Evelyn Palmer expressed displeasure over the bill, noting that it would hurt the Ghanaian economy as investors that respect the rights of the LGBTQ community will be dissatisfied with such a move.

She also noted that the recently imposed tariff on exports to the U.S. is in favor of Ghana, as the nation's key exports, oil and gas, aren’t affected as imposed on rival countries.

Under her tenure, the U.S. government donated 14 Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).

The equipment was officially handed over during a ceremony held at the 153 Armoured Regiment, Abuga Square, Burma Camp.