Ghana and Canada Sign Historic Air Services Agreement
Ghana and Canada have signed their first bilateral Air Services Agreement, enabling designated airlines to operate 14 passenger and 10 cargo flights per week between the two nations. The agreement, finalised on 5 March 2025 in Montreal, aims to enhance connectivity, trade, and tourism ties. The deal allows Air Canada to introduce direct flights to Ghana, while Ghana, still in the process of establishing its national carrier, is positioning itself to leverage the benefits of increased international air access.
The agreement is expected to strengthen economic links, with bilateral trade reaching USD 380 million in 2023, and facilitate greater tourism exchange. Enhanced connectivity will support logistics, boost business travel, and attract Canadian visitors to Ghana’s cultural and natural attractions. Cargo operators will also benefit from improved trade efficiency. With Ghana focused on modernising its aviation sector, this agreement marks a key step toward positioning the country as a regional air hub and expanding its presence in North America.
Source: Travelnews.Africa
