The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, Angel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, has said Ghana's favourable economic outlook offers an excellent opportunity to boost trade with Spain and share prosperity.
He said this followed the conclusion of the IMF programme and a new investment law passed in July 2026 alongside the EU-Ghana agreement.
Speaking in Accra at a reception to mark Spain's national day, Mr Torres-Quevedo told government officials, members of the diplomatic community, traditional rulers, and other guests that Spain's commitment to Ghana would not waver, whatever the result of its general elections later this year.
"The pillars of our relations will not change," he said.
Security cooperation
Security was highlighted as a priority area where the interests and responsibilities of both countries converge, adding that the security of Ghana and Europe were closely linked.
The ambassador cited cooperation with the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre aimed at improving border management, fighting illegal mining and preventing violent extremism.
He said their focus on Maritime security was equally important, with Spanish Navy vessels patrolling the Gulf of Guinea for nearly eight months a year, alongside European Union maritime operations.
“From a global perspective, Spain and Ghana defend the same fundamental principles.
We are convinced that lasting peace and stability in the world can only be built with the respect of international law, joint efforts against transnational challenges such as drug trafficking and organised crime, the protection of human rights and the dignity of every human being, especially the most vulnerable,” he said.
The ambassador reaffirmed the determination of Spain to cooperate closely in the fight against climate change and mitigating its effects, adding that Spain looked forward to continued collaboration to empower communities in favour of a peaceful and stable Ghana.
Ghana's global voice
Mr Torres-Quevedo praised Ghana as an increasingly important voice on the global stage, particularly for its leadership in international initiatives on the transatlantic slave trade, which he said deserved full respect.
Touching on Ghana-Spain relations, he said next year, the two countries would mark 60 years of diplomatic relations and added that the milestone would open a new chapter in the partnership defined by renewed ambition, closer cooperation and high-level visits and exchanges.
Valued partner
The Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, said Ghana valued Spain as an important development and economic partner and welcomed the celebration and contribution of Spanish companies to Ghana's economy through investment, technology, skill development and employment opportunities.
