NANA ONNWONA ASUAKO KWAPONG SPEAKS ON U.S. STRATEGY, OIL Supply AND GLOBAL RESPONSIBILITY.

Nana Onnwona Asuako Kwapong has shared his views on the ongoing tensions in the Middle East during an interview with Nana Nhyiraba Kwabena Asrifi on Ghana Nti Today on ICAD TV. Speaking on the impact of the Middle East conflict, Nana Onnwona noted that war in that region does not remain isolated, as global economic and political systems are interconnected. According to him, instability in the Middle East — particularly in oil-producing countries — can directly affect fuel prices, trade, and the cost of living in countries like Ghana. He emphasized that global conflicts often create economic uncertainty, influencing currency stability, import costs, and general market prices. “When major nations are at war, smaller economies will surely feel the impact,” he indicated. Nana Onnwona further encouraged African leaders to focus on strengthening local production and reducing dependency on foreign imports to cushion their economies against global shocks. He concluded by calling for diplomacy and peaceful dialogue among world leaders, stressing that prolonged conflict benefits no nation and has lasting social and economic consequences worldwide. Continuing his discussion on the Middle East conflict, Nana Onnwona Asuako Kwapong told Nana Nhyiraba Kwabena Asrifi on Ghana Nti Today on ICAD TV that recent actions by the United States were based on security intelligence shared by American government officials. According to him, global powers often act on strategic security information, and such decisions have worldwide consequences, especially for developing countries. Africa’s Economic Vulnerability He stressed that Africa remains economically vulnerable because many countries depend heavily on Western financial systems, imported goods, and external support. “We depend largely on the West when it comes to financial products and economic systems,” he noted. He added that the Middle East supplies a significant portion of the world’s oil. Therefore, when tensions rise — particularly around key routes such as the Strait of Hormuz — global oil prices increase, directly affecting countries like Ghana through fuel prices and inflation. “When oil prices go up, we feel it immediately because we rely on imports,” he said. Role of the United Nations Nana Onnwona explained that many countries, including African nations, can only support diplomatic efforts such as calling for a United Nations Security Council resolution to end the conflict. He emphasized that while motions and resolutions can be proposed, enforcement often depends on major global powers. “We may support the motion to halt the attack, but enforcement depends on the powerful nations involved,” he stated. Personal Responsibility in Times of Conflict Beyond government actions, he also highlighted the responsibility of individuals during global instability. “Even though law enforcement agencies are there to protect citizens, individuals must also take responsibility for their own safety and avoid exposing themselves to unnecessary risk,” he advised. He concluded that in conflicts between nations, both governments and citizens have roles to play — leaders through diplomacy and policy, and individuals through caution and awareness.