President John Dramani Mahama has departed Accra for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at the invitation of His Highness the Ruler of the UAE, to participate in the World Governments Summit 2026 scheduled for February 2–4.
He is travelling aboard a special aircraft provided by the Ruler of the UAE, which will also convey him and his delegation onward to Zambia to commence the State Visit.
During the Zambia trip, President Mahama is expected to hold bilateral talks focused on diplomatic relations, trade and regional cooperation, including collaboration under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
After the Dubai visit, the president is expected to continue to Zambia for a three-day state visit from 4 to 6 February, following an invitation from President Hakainde Hichilema.
During the Zambia trip, President Mahama is expected to hold bilateral talks focused on diplomatic relations, trade and regional cooperation, including collaboration under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
