The United States has expressed strong reservations about Ghana’s efforts to push for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, indicating that it cannot support the adoption of President Mahama’s resolution. According to #GHOneNews, the US position was made clear in response to Ghana’s push for countries to acknowledge and make amends for their role in the slave trade.
The US stance is seen as a significant setback for Ghana’s efforts to rally international support for the reparations agenda. President Mahama had previously called for countries that benefited from the slave trade to take responsibility and provide reparations to affected countries.
A US representative stated that while the country understands the historical context and ongoing impacts of the transatlantic slave trade, it cannot support the adoption of this resolution. The US has instead emphasized the importance of addressing contemporary issues such as human trafficking and promoting economic development in Africa.
Ghana’s government has expressed disappointment with the US position, emphasizing the need for countries to acknowledge and make amends for their historical wrongdoings. The issue of reparations remains a contentious topic, with many in Ghana and across Africa calling for concrete actions to address the legacy of slavery.
The Ghanaian parliament is expected to continue discussions on the matter, with lawmakers seeking to push for a comprehensive resolution on the issue.
Source: #GHOneNews
Author: Korkor Anumu
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