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  Vice President Harris pledges aid to Ghana amid security and economic concerns ACCRA, Ghana — With fears of terrorism and Russian mercenaries rippling through West Africa, Vice President Kamala Harris on Monday opened her  weeklong trip to the continent  by vowing support for Ghana, a democratic pillar in the region that's being squeezed by an economic crisis and security concerns. The visit was a high-profile show of support for Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo, who faces rising discontent over inflation after previously overseeing one of the world's fast-growing economies. "Under your leadership, Ghana has been a beacon of democracy and a contributor to global peace and security," Harris said during a joint press conference at the Jubilee House, the presidential palace in Accra. Harris announced $100 million in assistance for the region and pledged that the United States would be "strengthening our partnerships across the continent of Africa." The admi

  The US government has promised to intervene on Ghana's behalf with the Paris Club as the country seeks debt forgiveness as part of the IMF's balance of payment support. This was announced by US Vice President Kamala Harris at a joint press conference with President Akufo-Addo.