Doha:Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology has announced the country's willingness to expand bilateral cooperation with Ghana in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), artificial intelligence (AI), digital government, and communication infrastructure.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, this announcement came during a meeting between Seyed Sattar Hashemi and Ghana's Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, held on the sidelines of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 (PP-26) in Doha. The ministers discussed potential collaborations and strengthening interactions in emerging technology sectors.

Hashemi emphasized AI as a crucial area for joint projects, stating Iran's readiness to implement communication infrastructure projects, develop fiber optic networks, and facilitate the transfer of technical knowledge to Ghana. The Ghanaian minister responded positively to the proposals, highlighting AI, digital infrastructure, and specialized expertise exchange as key areas for enhancing bilateral relations.