The Speaker of Parliament of Ghana, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has hosted the Saudi Ambassador to Ghana, Sultan Abdul Rahman Al Dakhel.
Sultan Abdul Rahman Al Dakhel’s visit was twofold: first, to congratulate him on his re-election as the Speaker of the Ninth Parliament and to explore possible ways of strengthening diplomatic relations between the two countries.
He stated that the Saudi government views Ghana as a strategic country in the sub-region and therefore called for the support of the Rt. Hon. Speaker and MPS to strengthen ties between these two countries.
He raised concerns about some Memoranda of Understanding signed between the two countries, which had yet to materialise. He therefore appealed to leadership and the Speaker to intervene.
The Rt Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin commended the Government of Saudi Arabia for consistently opening its doors for thousands of Ghanaian pilgrims who, over the years, have been visiting the Holy Land.
He indicated that the current Government will need their support and guidance in establishing the Islamic bank. He assured him that the MOUs will receive the necessary attention once they reach Parliament.
He further added that, in the coming days, he will inaugurate the Parliamentary Friendship Association, and the Ambassador will be invited.
