Ghana and Tunisia Consider Opening Permanent Embassies in Accra and Tunis

According to a report by ChannelOne News published on November 15, 2026, Ghana and Tunisia are considering establishing permanent diplomatic missions in Accra and Tunis as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed this following a bilateral meeting with Tunisia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti.

In a statement shared on Sunday, November 15, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said both countries were open to establishing permanent diplomatic missions in their respective capitals as soon as practicable.

“We are both open to the idea of establishing permanent diplomatic missions in our respective capitals as soon as practicable,” he stated.

The proposed arrangement is expected to provide a more permanent diplomatic presence and improve communication, cooperation and engagement between the two countries.

Beyond the diplomatic mission discussions, Ghana and Tunisia have also agreed to revive their Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) to create a structured platform for strengthening their longstanding relationship.

The commission is expected to facilitate cooperation in several areas, including education, tourism, sports, agribusiness, trade and maritime affairs.

The two countries also agreed to begin negotiations towards a possible visa-waiver arrangement to make travel between Ghana and Tunisia easier. However, the discussions do not mean that visa-free travel has already taken effect, as a formal agreement is yet to be concluded.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the renewed engagement reflected growing confidence in Ghana’s international partnerships and the government’s efforts to enhance the value, prestige and security of the Ghanaian passport.

He also disclosed that Ghana expects to sign additional visa-waiver agreements before the end of 2027, noting that Slovakia had recently expressed interest in a similar arrangement.

The Foreign Affairs Minister described his meeting with Mohamed Ali Nafti as meaningful and productive. He further expressed appreciation for the Tunisian minister’s visit and invitation to visit Tunisia.

The latest engagement represents another step towards expanding Ghana’s diplomatic and economic relations with African countries, while creating opportunities for cooperation in trade, education and other strategic sectors.

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