Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reiterated the country’s unwavering commitment to principles of international law, human rights, and the rule-based order, stressing that these values are rooted in Ghana’s history and national identity.
Speaking on the government’s position regarding the ongoing crisis in Gaza on the KeyPoints on October 4, Ablakwa highlighted that Ghana’s foreign policy decisions are guided by Article 73 of the Constitution, which requires that foreign engagements be anchored in the national interest and aligned with the principles of justice, freedom, and opposition to oppression.
“We are a people who know oppression. We have endured slavery and colonialism. It is therefore in our DNA to resist oppressors’ rule, as our national anthem and pledge declare,” he said.
The Minister condemned terrorist attacks while also denouncing indiscriminate retaliation that has left more than 60,000 civilians dead and millions displaced.
He emphasized that terrorism should be countered with targeted justice rather than collective punishment.
Ablakwa underscored that Ghana’s position has consistently aligned with United Nations experts who have concluded that the scale of destruction in Gaza amounts to genocide.
He maintained that Ghana would continue to support calls for de-escalation and accountability.
Citing President John Mahama’s recent address at the UN General Assembly, the Minister said Ghana has consistently urged an end to the “crimes in Gaza” and called for genuine efforts toward peace.
“Our stand is clear. Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. If we allow might to be right, small countries like ours will always be vulnerable,” he warned.
