Ghana and the European Union (EU) have reiterated their commitment to enhancing bilateral security cooperation, with the EU indicating plans to provide new defense assistance through the European Peace Facility (EPF) in the coming year.
This commitment was established during a meeting held at the Ministry of Defence in Accra on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, where Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi engaged with EU Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebech, Head of Division for the European Peace Facility, Dorota Dlouchy Suliga, and Policy Officer Maria Castaldi.
The discussions focused on bolstering cooperation to tackle evolving security threats, enhancing Ghana’s defense readiness, and fostering peace and stability within the West African sub-region.
Mr. Genfi stated that Ghana is modifying its security strategy to address emerging threats, with the government emphasizing the need to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly the Ghana Navy.
“The government is dedicated to improving counter-terrorism efforts and deploying operational resources to safeguard critical national infrastructure and other strategic assets,” he remarked.
He also expressed gratitude to the European Union for its ongoing support of Ghana’s defense sector.
On behalf of the EU, Ms. Suliga reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to collaborating with Ghana to tackle mutual security challenges.
“The European Union plans to allocate funding through the European Peace Facility in the forthcoming year to assist in enhancing Ghana’s defense capabilities,” she stated.
She noted that the proposed assistance demonstrates the EU’s commitment to fostering peace, security, and stability in Ghana and throughout the broader West African region.
The meeting highlighted the enduring partnership between Ghana and the European Union and the increasing significance of international collaboration in addressing emerging security threats and reinforcing regional resilience.
