Ghana, EU deepen security cooperation with new defence support plans

Ghana and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral security cooperation, with the EU announcing plans to provide new defence support through the European Peace Facility (EPF) next year.

The commitment was made during a meeting at the Ministry of Defence in Accra on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, where Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi met the EU Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebech, the Head of Division for the European Peace Facility, Dorota Dlouchy Suliga, and Policy Officer Maria Castaldi.

The discussions centred on strengthening cooperation to address evolving security threats, improve Ghana’s defence preparedness, and promote peace and stability in the West African sub-region.

Mr Genfi said Ghana was adapting its security strategy to respond to emerging threats, with the government prioritising efforts to strengthen the operational capacity of the Ghana Armed Forces, particularly the Ghana Navy.

“The government is focused on enhancing counter-terrorism initiatives and deploying operational platforms to protect critical national infrastructure and other strategic assets,” he said.

He also thanked the European Union for its continued support for Ghana’s defence sector.

Speaking on behalf of the EU, Ms Suliga reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to working with Ghana to address shared security challenges.

“The European Union intends to provide funding through the European Peace Facility in the coming year to support the enhancement of Ghana’s defence capabilities,” she said.

She said the planned assistance reflected the EU’s commitment to promoting peace, security and stability in Ghana and across the wider West African region.

The meeting underscored the longstanding partnership between Ghana and the European Union and the growing importance of international cooperation in addressing emerging security threats and strengthening regional resilience.