The Minister-Designate for the Ministry of Environment, Science, and Technology, Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, has advocated for a diplomatic approach to ensure Ghana continues to benefit from international climate funding.
Speaking during his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, January 30, Murtala emphasized the need for collaboration and strategic engagement with donor countries, particularly in light of growing uncertainties surrounding global climate agreements.
The Minister-Designate expressed concern over the United States’ decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement under former President Donald Trump.
He described this move as a setback for global climate efforts, especially given the U.S.’s role as one of the largest contributors to international climate initiatives.