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Ghana, UK move closer to signing forestry partnership agreement – Yusif Sulemana
June 26, 2026
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Ghana, UK move closer to signing forestry partnership agreement – Yusif Sulemana

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  • Ghana's Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Yusif Sulemana, announced positive progress towards signing the Ghana-United Kingdom Voluntary Partnership Agreement (GH-UK VPA).
  • High-level bilateral discussions with Mary Creagh occurred during London Climate Action Week.
  • The proposed agreement aims to boost forest cover preservation, promote responsible timber trade, and mitigate negative climate change impacts.
  • Both governments have reached a common understanding and agreed on the importance of signing the treaty.
  • The partnership will strengthen cooperation on sustainable forestry management and support climate action between the two nations.

Why This Matters

This agreement is significant for Ghana as it solidifies its commitment to sustainable forestry, a critical sector for both its economy and environment. It promises to enhance responsible timber trade, potentially improving market access and value for Ghanaian timber products, while also directly addressing deforestation and climate change challenges within the country.

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