The Spain Branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has warmly welcomed Ghana’s new Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain, Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe, and assured her of its full support as she assumes her diplomatic role.
Speaking in an interview, the Acting Secretary of the Branch, Hanson Dartey, commended President John Dramani Mahama for fulfilling a long-held expectation by appointing a substantive representative to advance Ghana’s interests in Spain.
According to Dartey, the appointment is timely and reflects the President’s high regard for Ghanaians in the diaspora.
“We are extremely grateful to His Excellency President Mahama for heeding our appeal and appointing an ambassador at this critical juncture,” Dartey said.
“This shows his commitment to deepening Ghana’s diplomatic presence in Europe and attending to the needs of the Ghanaian community here.”
He assured the new ambassador of the Branch’s readiness to work collaboratively to promote the welfare of Ghanaians in Spain and advance national interests.
“As a Branch, we are willing to engage in open discourse with our new ambassador on matters affecting our community and how best we can work together for the good of all Ghanaians in Spain,” he emphasized.
Dartey also expressed optimism that the new ambassador would prioritise reforms to improve service delivery at the Ghana Embassy in Madrid. Many Ghanaians living in Spain have for years complained about delays, cumbersome procedures, and bureaucratic red tape in accessing basic consular services.
“It is our hope that the new ambassador will help streamline documentation and eliminate unnecessary bottlenecks at the embassy,” he said.
“The Ghanaian community in Spain deserves efficient, timely, and respectful service, and we are confident that under her leadership, this vision will be realised.”
As ambassador Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe prepares to formally take office, the NDC Spain Branch affirmed its commitment to being a supportive partner and constructive voice for the Ghanaian diaspora community in Spain.
“We look forward to welcoming her warmly and working hand in hand to build a stronger Ghana-Spain relationship for the benefit of our people and our cherished motherland,” Dartey concluded.
