The Paramount Chief of the New Juaben Traditional Area, Daasebre Kwaku Boateng III, has led a high-level delegation to the State Parliament of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) in Germany, to initiate talks on a proposed twinning arrangement between Koforidua and key German cities, particularly Düsseldorf.
The visit, forms part of wider efforts to promote international cooperation, cultural exchange, and sustainable development between Ghana and Germany.
This landmark engagement highlights Daasebre’s forward-looking leadership and his commitment to advancing the socio-economic development of the New Juaben Traditional Area.
The discussions centred on building strategic partnerships in areas such as youth employment, skills development, urban governance, tourism, and economic collaboration.
Accompanying Daasebre was a delegation that included traditional leaders, advisors, public officials, academics, and stakeholders from the tourism sector. The delegation held meetings with policymakers, local government officials, and development agencies in NRW to explore workable models of cooperation.
Addressing the State Parliament, Daasebre stressed the value of people-to-people and city-to-city partnerships as key development instruments. He underscored the potential of a twinning agreement to encourage knowledge sharing, attract investment, and generate job opportunities for young people in Koforidua and the wider Eastern Region.
The visit also served as an opportunity to showcase the cultural and economic assets of the Eastern Region of Ghana and invite German institutions and investors to engage in future collaborations in education, technology, and tourism.
Leaders of the NRW State Parliament warmly welcomed the initiative, expressing their willingness to partner with the New Juaben Traditional Council and the people of Koforidua in areas of shared interest.
This diplomatic mission represents a significant step towards internationalising the development strategy of the New Juaben Traditional Area. It reflects a broader commitment to cultivating global partnerships that deliver local benefits.
