Minister for Foreign Affairs , Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has embarked on a series of official visits to major departments and agencies under his Ministry.

The visits formed part of a broader strategy to assess the functionality and efficiency of various institutions aligned with the Ministry's mandate. Facilities visited included the Tema Passport Office, the Africa Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), and the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

At each stop, the Minister engaged directly with management and staff, observing daily operations and gathering insights into the challenges faced by personnel.

These interactions allowed the Minister to better understand the working conditions and identify areas that require attention to improve output and service delivery.

The engagements also served as a platform for fostering collaboration and encouraging staff to share recommendations aimed at enhancing client experience, institutional effectiveness, and overall productivity.

The initiative aligns with the Ministry’s overarching vision of fostering a results-driven environment rooted in accountability, continuous improvement, and professional excellence. Staff welcomed the visits as a sign of leadership’s commitment to addressing concerns at the ground level and promoting a more responsive and supportive work culture.

By undertaking these official visits, the Foreign Minister reaffirmed the Ministry's focus on strengthening its institutional structures, investing in human capital, and delivering diplomatic and consular services that meet high national and international standards.