UN General Assembly
2006

legislation, have blossomed into a vibrant watchdog for the probity and accountability expected of the governors and the responsibility expected of the citizens. It is against that background that Ghana readily submitted itself to the African Peer Review Mechanism under the New Partnership for Africa’s Development to have an objective assessment of its institutional structures and their functioning for the improvement of its governance. But our collective objective within this Organization to alleviate the economic plight of the majority of mankind may continue to elude us unless the pursuit of international peace and security is effectively and satisfactorily addressed. Ghana therefore views with grave concern the continuing spread and persistence of terrorist activities. The international community must rally to contain and effectively eradicate that menace to mankind. In that regard, the Secretary-General’s proposal for a Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy is welcome. Indeed, it is the view of Ghana that there must be a quick conclusion of the deliberations on the proposed comprehensive convention on international terrorism. Yet another scourge to the security of the world