
She praised the Asantehene’s exceptional leadership, which she described as having a profound influence beyond Ghana’s borders.
The Australian High Commissioner to Ghana, H.E. Berenice Owen-Jones, has extended an invitation to the Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, for a state visit to her home country.
The High Commissioner paid a courtesy visit to the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on May 9, 2025.
Owen-Jones expressed Australia’s eagerness to receive the globally respected traditional ruler, emphasising that both her country and the broader continent would be honoured by such a visit.
“To reinforce the friendly ties between the two peoples, we will be delighted to welcome Your Majesty to Australia. When you are ready to go, please do let me know,” the Australian High Commissioner stated.
She praised the Asantehene’s exceptional leadership, which she described as having a profound influence beyond Ghana’s borders. She commended His Majesty’s commitment to cultural preservation, developmental progress, and peacebuilding, citing these as exemplary qualities that resonate on a global scale.
The proposed visit by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is viewed as a strategic diplomatic gesture that could enhance cultural diplomacy and foster mutual cooperation between Ghana and Australia, particularly in areas of traditional governance, heritage conservation, and international development.
Story: Lawal Mohammed