The Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Hon. Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings (MP), has held discussions with the Consul of the Republic of Congo to Ghana, Jean Pierre DIASSOUKA, on possible areas of collaboration between the two countries in environmental management, science and technology.
The discussions took place on Monday, 9th November 2026, when the Consul paid a courtesy call on the Minister.
Key among the issues discussed was plastic waste management, with the Consul sharing insights into the Republic of Congo’s experience with its ban on plastics and exploring how both countries could exchange knowledge and experiences to strengthen environmental protection efforts.
The engagement also explored opportunities for cooperation in science and technology, particularly through exchange programmes and institutional partnerships that could promote research, innovation and knowledge sharing.
Hon. Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings expressed Ghana’s openness to exploring mutually beneficial partnerships, noting the potential for Ghana to host researchers and students from the Republic of Congo to facilitate academic exchange, research collaboration and capacity development.
The meeting underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral relations and fostering partnerships that leverage shared experiences and expertise to address common environmental and technological challenges.
Both sides expressed interest in exploring practical avenues for cooperation to advance sustainable development and deepen relations between Ghana and the Republic of Congo.
