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In a significant move to safeguard Ghana\u2019s democratic integrity, the United States Department of State has announced a visa restriction policy targeting individuals undermining the country\u2019s democratic processes.<\/p>\n
This decision, effective October 28, 2024, comes ahead of Ghana\u2019s presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7, 2024.<\/p>\n
The policy, authorized under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, specifically targets individuals responsible for actions disrupting Ghana\u2019s democratic fabric.<\/p>\n
These actions include manipulating the electoral process, using violence, intimidating voters or political representatives, preventing freedoms of association or assembly, or improperly influencing the election\u2019s outcome.<\/p>\n
Ghana\u2019s democratic achievements, marked by three decades of peaceful power transitions, have earned recognition from the US.<\/p>\n
This move reinforces Washington\u2019s commitment to supporting Ghanaians\u2019 aspirations for a fair, peaceful, and transparent electoral process.<\/p>\n
The US stands firm in upholding democratic integrity, sending a clear warning to potential perpetrators.<\/p>\n
This policy underscores Washington\u2019s dedication to advancing democratic values globally and preventing manipulation or violence in Ghana\u2019s electoral process.<\/p>\n
-BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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