President John Dramani Mahama has expressed deep appreciation to the government and people of South Korea following the conferment of an Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Administration by Yonsei University in Seoul.
Speaking at the ceremony, President Mahama thanked the university community and the Korean people for the warm reception extended to him and his delegation during his visit.
“I thank the government and people of Korea for the warm hospitality extended to me and my delegation during this visit.
I also thank the Board of Trustees, President Yoon, the faculty, staff and students of Yonsei University for this memorable occasion. And I say in Korean, Gamsahamnida.”
The President noted that the honour was not only a personal recognition but one that represents the people of Ghana and the enduring relationship between the two nations.
“This honour you have bestowed on me today is one I accept on behalf of all the people of Ghana, as a symbol of the deep respect, mutual relations and admiration that exist between our two countries.”
President Mahama further expressed optimism about the future of cooperation between Ghana and Korea, urging a collective commitment to peace, collaboration and hope.
“May the friendship between Ghana and Korea continue to grow deeper and stronger. May we all commit ourselves to choosing peace over conflict, cooperation over confrontation, and hope over despair.”
Encouraging young people, particularly students of Yonsei University, the President urged them to strive for excellence and lead with truth.
“May we always lead with truth and strive for excellence. And to all the young people in Korea, especially the students of Yonsei University, I say Hwaiting.”
He concluded with a message of goodwill and blessing for both nations and the global community.
“May God bless the Republic of Ghana. May God bless the Republic of Korea. And may God bless our world.”
Story: Patrick Asford Boadu
