Ambassador Kojo Bonsu (L) and Thomas McKinley (R) shaking hands
In a significant diplomatic engagement, Ambassador Kojo Bonsu, Ghana’s Ambassador to China, paid a courtesy call on Thomas McKinley, Liberia’s Ambassador to China and Dean of the West African Group of Ambassadors, at the Liberian Embassy in Beijing.
Ambassador Bonsu, dressed in a crisp suit and a smile that bridges continents, was greeted by Ambassador McKinley with a firm handshake and the familiar buzz of diplomatic camaraderie.
The two ambassadors spent a lively hour swapping stories about their nations’ journeys in China, from trade missions to cultural exchanges.
Ambassador McKinley, with almost two decades in China, is a seasoned diplomat, praised Ghana’s leadership in promoting regional unity and echoed the desire to deepen West African cooperation on Chinese soil.
“Ghana remains committed to strengthening regional cooperation and promoting African unity in China,” Ambassador Bonsu said, emphasising the importance of collaboration in achieving shared goals.
The meeting underscored the strong bonds within the West African Group and the shared commitment to fostering stronger ties between Africa and China. As the visit wrapped up, both envoys expressed optimism about future collaborations, whether on trade, culture, or sports.
Ambassador Bonsu’s visit to the Liberian Embassy is part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen Ghana’s diplomatic and economic ties with China and promote West African cooperation.
His mission in China is focused on attracting investment, promoting trade, and fostering cultural exchanges between Ghana and China.
The visit is seen as a significant step towards deepening West African cooperation and promoting African unity in China. As Ambassador Bonsu noted, “The future of Africa is bright, and we are committed to working together to achieve our shared goals.”
The diplomatic engagement was widely covered by local and international media.
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