Interior Minister Discusses Prison Agriculture Project with Turkish Ambassador

The Minister for the Interior of Ghana, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, met with Turkish Ambassador H.E. Hüseyin Güngör to discuss bilateral relations. Their discussions highlighted Turkey’s support for Ghana’s security and economic sectors and the significance of the Prison Agriculture Project to address prison food shortages. Future collaborations in various areas were also explored during their meeting.

On March 4, H.E. Hüseyin Güngör, the Ambassador of Turkey to Ghana, visited Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, the Minister for the Interior, in Accra. Mr. Muntaka expressed appreciation for Turkey’s support across various sectors, emphasizing the significance of the Prison Agriculture Project. This initiative aims to alleviate the feeding challenges faced by institutions within Ghana’s prison system while reinforcing the necessity of collaboration between both nations in security and economic development.

During the meeting, the Minister highlighted the importance of joint efforts in combating issues such as counter-terrorism and cyber security, as well as building the capacity of security services. In response, Ambassador Güngör reaffirmed Turkey’s commitment to fortifying its relationship with Ghana and enhancing cooperation in mutually beneficial areas. The meeting signals potential future collaborations, specifically pertaining to sustainable agricultural practices to resolve the pressing prison feeding crisis in Ghana.

In a Facebook post, Minister Muntaka remarked on the significance of the discussions held with Ambassador Güngör. He noted, “Our meeting provided a valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue regarding the bilateral relations between our two nations. The discussions were centered around Turkey’s multifaceted support for Ghana, particularly in critical areas such as security and economic development.”

The meeting between the Turkish Ambassador and the Ghanaian Interior Minister marks a significant step in enhancing bilateral relations. Their discussions centered on important collaborative projects such as the Prison Agriculture Project, aimed at addressing food shortages in prisons. The dialogue underscores Turkey’s commitment to supporting Ghana in critical sectors, thereby fostering mutual growth and stability.

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