Former President John Dramani Mahama has urged the United States to increase its support to address the escalating security threats in West Africa. During a meeting with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the US African Command (USAFRICOM), Mahama stressed the need for strengthened cooperation between the US and Ghana to counter terrorism, extremism, and conflicts in the region.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany, focused on bolstering security cooperation and logistics between the US and the Ghana Armed Forces. President Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to enhancing its security capabilities, particularly in the face of emerging threats in the region.

Key areas of discussion included the establishment of a bilateral agreement for joint maritime patrols to protect Ghana’s coastal waters and combat illegal fishing and piracy. President Mahama also explored opportunities for increased foreign investment in Ghana, emphasizing the importance of creating a stable environment that fosters business growth and economic development.