President John Dramani Mahama has charged Ghana’s newly sworn-in ambassadors and high commissioners to refocus their work on advancing the country’s economic transformation, accelerating national development, and strengthening strategic international partnerships.

Speaking at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, the president noted that contemporary diplomacy had shifted significantly from traditional protocol and ceremonial duties. He stressed that Ghana’s envoys now carried a direct and measurable responsibility to support the nation’s economic recovery through targeted engagement with global partners.

“Diplomacy today is no longer confined to protocol, representation and champagne drinking. It is a crucial instrument for national development. Your mandate is to help deliver growth at home through effective engagement abroad,” President Mahama said.

He emphasised that every action taken by Ghana’s missions abroad must align with the country’s broader plan for economic renewal.

“Every meeting you hold, every partnership you pursue, every investor you convince must be aimed at contributing to Ghana’s transformation,” he stated.

The president outlined key expectations for the diplomats, including facilitating trade and market access, attracting sustainable investment in agriculture, manufacturing, energy, technology, and health sectors, promoting tourism and Ghana’s cultural heritage, championing technology transfer and innovation, supporting Ghanaian businesses abroad, and providing efficient consular services to citizens overseas.

President Mahama further called for Ghana’s missions to evolve into dynamic centres of economic diplomacy, linking the nation to global markets, knowledge, and capital.

“Our missions must operate as vibrant centers for economic diplomacy. Each embassy must function as a hub of opportunity, connecting Ghana to global markets, knowledge and capital,” he said.

He also highlighted the role of the envoys in advancing the government’s RESET Agenda, which focuses on restoring confidence in governance, strengthening public institutions, and building a firm foundation for job creation and economic revitalisation.

“This agenda demands accountability, transparency and measurable results from all public officials, whether serving at home or abroad. As envoys of the republic, you are key partners in this national renewal,” he added.