ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, CMC – Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell signed three Memoranda of Understanding with the President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo.
The signing, which took place hours before the Military Parade at the National Cricket Stadium on Independence Day earlier this month, signals the two parties’ commitment to Culture, Trade, and Education matters.
This will further enhance their ties of friendship and cooperation and their commitment to the objectives and principles of the Charter of the United Nations.
Noting the importance of culture, education, and trade, Prime Minister Mitchell and President Akufo-Addo believe the MOU will serve their common interests. Some initiatives may include cultural and educational exchange programs, business and investment forums, and knowledge-sharing platforms within the Afro-Caribbean brand.
A Visa Waiver agreement was also signed, which will exempt citizens of Grenada and Ghana from Visa requirements to enter, stay in, transit through, and depart. The visa is valid for a period not exceeding thirty (30) days, in any 180 days, from the date of first entry.
President Nana Akufo-Addo led a high-level delegation, including his Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey.
The President’s visit included his attendance at the joint sitting of Parliament and was the guest of honor at Grenada’s 50th Anniversary of Independence celebrations at the National Cricket stadium.
The President’s visit marked the first visit by an African President since the 1980s.
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