Ambassador Victor Emmanuel Smith has officially received his credentials from President John Dramani Mahama to serve as Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States of America.

The brief but solemn ceremony, held at the Jubilee House in Accra on Thursday, September 4, 2025, also saw seven other newly appointed envoys receive their instruments of office to represent Ghana in various missions abroad.

In his remarks, President Mahama charged the diplomats to work diligently to promote Ghana’s image on the international stage, deepen bilateral ties, and attract strategic investments that will benefit the nation.

Ambassador Smith, a seasoned politician, diplomat, and investment consultant with over three decades of experience, expressed gratitude to the President for the confidence reposed in him.

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He pledged to prioritise strengthening Ghana–US relations, facilitate trade and investment, and promote diaspora engagement during his tenure.

Ambassador Smith’s appointment follows a distinguished career in public service, including serving as Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, Ambassador to the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia, Eastern Regional Minister, and Presidential Advisor across three administrations.

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His new role is expected to leverage his diplomatic expertise and proven track record in brokering investment deals across energy, mining, agribusiness, and infrastructure, to further deepen economic cooperation between Ghana and the United States.

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