Parliament has approved the 2026 Budget estimate for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and has ratified a groundbreaking Labour Mobility Agreement with Qatar.

This was made known by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

In a post shared on his X page on December 4, 2025, Ablakwa announced the two major developments from Parliament, describing them a significant milestone for the country's diplomatic and labour efforts.

According to him, the approval of the budget will enhance the government's efforts in fostering and strengthening Ghana's diplomatic operations.

"The 2026 Budget approval will ensure that reforms such as enhanced conditions of service for foreign service officers, transitioning from costly rentals to owning our diplomatic properties across the world, continuous modernization and affordable passport administration and an overarching strategy to bolster Ghana’s international image are delivered with efficiency and integrity," he said.

He added that the ratification will provide maximum protection and improve working conditions for Ghanaians seeking employment in Qatar.

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The minister described the agreement as a major step toward safeguarding Ghanaian migrant workers and ensuring that their welfare is prioritised.

"Now Ghanaians we shall be sending to Qatar for employment are entitled to better salaries, accommodation, medical allowance, insurance and binding contracts," he added.

Check Ablakwa's full post on X below:

2 significant developments in Parliament yesterday:

The 2026 Budget Estimates of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been approved;

A groundbreaking Labour Mobility Agreement with Qatar was ratified.

The 2026 Budget approval will ensure that reforms such as enhanced… pic.twitter.com/k9B5FHlSjp

— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) December 4, 2025