President John Dramani Mahama has held high-level discussions with Boeing executives on a strategic partnership to support Ghana’s national airline revival and broader aviation ambitions.

The meeting took place in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly and followed months of engagement between Ghanaian officials and the global aerospace company.

Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, and his team initiated the engagement, including an earlier visit to Boeing and subsequent discussions on developing a broader partnership.

President Mahama said Ghana’s interest extends beyond purchasing aircraft, with the country seeking support to develop a competitive aviation ecosystem.

“Ghana does not want its relationship with Boeing to be defined simply by the purchase of aircraft. We want a strategic partnership that helps us build an aviation ecosystem, creating skilled jobs, transferring technology, strengthening our industrial base and positioning Ghana as an aviation and logistics hub for West Africa.”

The discussions included potential support for the development of Ghana’s national carrier, including technical guidance and assistance towards returning the airline to operations. Another key area was the possible establishment of a regional Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) hub in Ghana to serve airlines across West Africa and the wider African continent.

The proposed partnership could also cover aviation training, skills development, technology transfer and the creation of high-value employment opportunities for young Ghanaians.

President Mahama said Ghana was seeking partners willing to invest in the country, build local capacity and participate in its economic transformation, identifying Boeing as a potential strategic partner.

The engagement forms part of the government’s broader efforts to position Ghana as an aviation and logistics hub while advancing plans to restore a national carrier.