It is with great pleasure that I welcome the President of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire, His Excellency M. Alassane Ouattara, and his delegation to Ghana. Mr. President, we are very honoured to have you in Ghana. You are amongst a people renowned for their sense of hospitality. Akwaaba, as you know, is our word of welcome, and I hope you and your delegation enjoy your stay with us.