Ghana has signed a landmark maritime trade agreement with Colombia to establish a direct shipping route between the Port of Tema and the Port of Cartagena, marking a significant step in strengthening trade ties between Africa and Latin America.
The agreement was concluded in Bogotá following successful negotiations, creating a new maritime corridor expected to enhance commerce, logistics efficiency, and economic cooperation across the Atlantic.
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, described the deal as historic, noting its potential to transform economic relations between the two regions.
He commended Francia Márquez for championing the initiative and praised Rosa Yolanda Villavicencio for her leadership.
“This agreement creates direct maritime trade connectivity between Ghana and Colombia and is expected to boost trade between Africa and Latin America.” - Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa
From Painful History to Economic Opportunity
Reflecting on the broader significance, the Minister highlighted the symbolic transformation of the Atlantic route.
He noted that the ocean, once associated with the transatlantic slave trade, is now being repositioned as a pathway for growth.
“It is most inspiring to see how the Atlantic Ocean corridor… is now being deliberately transformed into a voyage of opportunity, job creation and economic empowerment.” - Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa
The agreement signals a new chapter in Ghana–Colombia relations, anchored on trade, shared history, and future prosperity.
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