Ghana has called on Commonwealth countries to back a United Nations resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the greatest crime against humanity.
Speaking at the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting in London, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa urged member states to rally behind the initiative ahead of a UN vote scheduled for March 25.
“Ghana will draw attention to the UN resolution on the transatlantic slave trade expected to be voted on on March 25,” Ablakwa said, highlighting the resolution’s role in acknowledging historical injustice and promoting reparative justice.
He further appealed to Commonwealth nations to support the initiative, which formally recognises the scale and impact of centuries of enslavement of Africans.
“We urge member states of the Commonwealth to support this initiative, which declares the transatlantic slave trade as the greatest crime against humanity,” he added.
The Minister noted that the resolution has already received backing from the African Union, demonstrating a strong continental consensus.
Ablakwa expressed confidence that the Commonwealth would play a leading role in advancing the global conversation on justice and restitution. “We know that we can count on the Commonwealth for reparative justice and restitution in this matter,” he said.
The proposed UN resolution forms part of broader international efforts to address the enduring consequences of the transatlantic slave trade and foster dialogue on accountability, justice, and historical redress.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
