Mahama Engages in Discussions with UK Prime Minister Starmer as Ghana Pursues New Investment Opportunities

Mahama meets UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London as Ghana seeks to enhance investment, trade, and economic partnerships.

President John Dramani Mahama engaged in discussions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London as Ghana seeks to enhance foreign investment and strengthen economic ties with the United Kingdom.

The meeting occurred during breakfast at No. 10 Downing Street, coinciding with the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026. This event has gathered government officials, business leaders, and investors to discuss new trade and investment opportunities between the two nations.

A statement released by the presidency indicated that Mahama was joined by Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson, Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, and Ghana’s High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland, Zita Sabah Benson.

“This morning, President John Dramani Mahama held a breakfast meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at No. 10 Downing Street,” the Presidency announced.

The engagement is a component of Mahama’s wider visit to the United Kingdom, where he has been meeting with government officials and investors as Ghana aims to enhance economic ties and draw investment into key sectors of the economy.

The Ghana-UK Investment Summit has concentrated on enhancing bilateral relations, broadening trade connections, and generating new opportunities for collaboration between businesses in both nations.

Mahama’s meeting with Starmer occurs as his administration aims to establish Ghana as a favored location for foreign investment while also striving to boost economic growth and generate employment opportunities.

The discussions also aligned with broader efforts to enhance diplomatic and commercial ties between Accra and London.

On Monday, Mahama spoke to an audience at Chatham House in London, where he shared his thoughts on the recently passed Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025.

The Ghanaian president highlighted the significant challenges the bill faces before its enactment into law.

“There’s still a significant amount of time before that bill becomes law,” Mahama stated, referencing concerns regarding quorum and procedural matters related to its passage.