Omanghana
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Foreign Affairs Minister of Ghana, has reaffirmed the government’s long-standing policy against hosting foreign military bases on Ghanaian soil.
Speaking during a high-level policy discussion at Chatham House in London on March 10, 2026, the minister stressed that Ghana will not permit the establishment of foreign military installations in the country, even within the context of international defense partnerships.
Ablakwa explained that Ghana’s position is rooted in the country’s commitment to peace, diplomacy, and national sovereignty. He noted that recent security developments in regions such as the Middle East and the Sahel reinforce the importance of Ghana maintaining a neutral stance and promoting dialogue rather than aligning with military blocs.
The minister’s remarks also came shortly after a missile attack on a base belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon in southern Lebanon on March 6, 2026. The incident injured several Ghanaian peacekeepers serving under the United Nations mission.
During the discussion, Ablakwa also disclosed that Ghana recently declined requests from the United States and Nigeria to participate in airstrikes targeting militants linked to the Islamic State in Sokoto State.
According to him, the decision reflects Ghana’s policy of “positive neutrality,” which prioritizes peaceful engagement while maintaining constructive partnerships with international allies.
He further emphasized that any security cooperation between Ghana and its international partners must respect the country’s sovereignty and align with its national strategic interests.
Source: Omanghana
