Serbia and Ghana: A New Alliance in Culture, Economy, and Politics or Just Another Diplomatic Show?
Did you know that Serbia and Ghana are officially opening a new chapter of cooperation in culture? Yes, you read that right! Marko Đurić, Serbia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ablom Dzifa Gomasaroni, Ghana’s Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, signed a memorandum of understanding promising to bring the peoples and cultures of the two countries closer. But is this just another diplomatic farce or something more?
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Independence Square – Symbols of Friendship
During his visit, Đurić toured the memorial park of Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah, and the Black Star Square, also known as Independence Square, one of the largest squares in Africa. These symbols celebrate independence and unity of African peoples and are now part of the Serbian-Ghanaian friendship. But will this friendship bring real benefits or remain just pretty words and photos?
Ghana as a Loud Advocate for Serbia at the UN
Đurić emphasized that Ghana respects Serbia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, which is hugely important for Serbia, especially regarding Kosovo. Ghana, a country with over 30 million people and an average age of just 20 years, is one of the most promising economic partners. With an annual growth rate of 4 to 5 percent, Ghana is a true phenomenon on the African continent.
Economy, Agriculture, and IT – Where Does Serbia Fit In?
Serbia sees Ghana as an opportunity to develop cooperation in agriculture, exchange knowledge and expertise, and in the growing IT sector. There are plans for scholarship programs for Ghanaian students at Serbian universities, especially in agriculture. But will these ideas really take off or remain just on paper?
Invitation for Investments and Political Rhetoric
Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, invited Serbian companies to invest in Ghana and tap into the country’s potential. Đurić stressed that Serbia wants peace in the world and respects the principles of international law, refusing to bow to pressure to take sides in global conflicts.
Historical Ties and Future Cooperation
The ties between Serbia and Ghana date back to the times of the former Yugoslavia and the founding of the Non-Aligned Movement. Đurić noted that today’s relations continue the vision of Josip Broz Tito and Kwame Nkrumah, with both countries committed to the values of the UN and international law.
Conclusion: Friendship or Political Show?
All this sounds like a fairy tale about new friendship and cooperation, but the question remains how many of these plans will actually be realized. Will Serbia and Ghana manage to build bridges that last, or will everything remain at the level of diplomatic gestures and pretty words? What do you think? Is this the start of something big or just another political show? Drop a comment, maybe together we’ll uncover what’s really going on behind the scenes!
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia, statements by Marko Đurić and Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa
