Senior officials from Ghana and Sierra Leone have convened in Accra for the inaugural technical session of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC), aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing joint development goals.

The meeting, held on April 21, 2026, marks the activation of a framework established in 2013 to facilitate structured dialogue and cooperation between the two countries.

Speaking at the session, Chief Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Co-Chairperson, Khadija Iddrisu, highlighted the longstanding relationship between Ghana and Sierra Leone, rooted in mutual respect and collaboration. She noted that extensive preparations had been undertaken to ensure the session delivers practical outcomes, particularly in trade, investment, defence, agriculture, energy, and health.

Her Sierra Leonean counterpart, Director-General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Alan C. E. Logan, described the meeting as a key step toward translating the shared vision of both countries’ leaders into tangible benefits for citizens. He reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s commitment to deepening economic ties and leveraging Ghana’s expertise in sectors such as agriculture.

The session underscores a renewed push by both nations to deepen cooperation and promote sustainable development through structured engagement.