Mahama Arrives in Moscow for 3rd Russia-Africa Summit

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Moscow, Russia, from Ethiopia to participate in the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The arrival was reported by GhanaWeb, which noted that the President is leading Ghana’s participation in the high-level gathering.

During the visit, President Mahama is expected to hold bilateral talks with President Putin and take part in summit plenary sessions and the Economic and Humanitarian Forum. These engagements will provide opportunities to discuss areas of mutual interest and to strengthen the relationship between Ghana and Russia.

The President will also attend a Kente exhibition organised by the Russia-Ghana Parliamentary Forum. The exhibition highlights Ghanaian cultural heritage and reflects the people-to-people and parliamentary ties between the two countries. It adds a cultural dimension to a visit that is primarily focused on diplomacy and economic cooperation.

In addition to the summit activities, President Mahama will receive honorary doctorate degrees from two Russian universities. The honours recognise his contributions to education and public service, and they build on his earlier academic ties to Russia. He is also expected to engage Russian businesses and state institutions to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

The visit underscores Ghana’s interest in deepening its relations with Russia across several sectors. As the summit proceeds, the outcomes of the bilateral talks and business engagements will be closely watched for their potential impact on trade, investment, and cooperation between the two nations. The President’s participation places Ghana at the centre of a major international gathering.