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Ghana, EU sign landmark Security and Defence partnership  
March 24, 2026
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  • Ghana and the EU signed a landmark Security and Defence partnership, the first between the bloc and an African country.
  • The agreement provides a structured framework for cooperation in counter-terrorism, conflict prevention, cyber security, border management, maritime security, and peace operations.
  • As part of the agreement, the EU handed over security equipment, including surveillance drones, anti-drone systems, and intelligence-gathering tools, to Ghana.
  • The EU has delivered a €50 million security support package to Ghana since 2023 and implements over 30 EU-supported security-related projects.
  • The partnership aims to enhance Ghana’s capacity, improve crisis response, deepen regional security coordination, and address root causes of insecurity like poverty and youth unemployment.

Why This Matters

This landmark partnership is crucial for Ghana's national security, significantly enhancing its capacity to combat evolving threats like terrorism, cybercrime, and maritime insecurity prevalent in the West African sub-region. It strengthens regional stability, protects economic activities, and addresses underlying socio-economic causes of insecurity, thereby fostering a more secure environment for development and investment.

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