Austrian Armed Forces Donates 2 Specially Trained Dogs To Ghana Army: “They Will Be Instrumental”

Austrian Armed Forces Donates 2 Specially Trained Dogs To Ghana Army: “They Will Be Instrumental”

  • The Austrian government has presented two trained special military dogs to the Ghana Armed Forces
  • This donation of the dogs is to help enhance the military’s operational readiness and capabilities
  • These specially trained dogs possess skills for detecting explosives and illicit substances as well as providing security

The Austrian government presented two specially trained military dogs to the Ghana Armed Forces.

This donation, made on July 4, is to help enhance the Ghana army’s operational readiness and capabilities.

Austrian Armed Forces Donates 2 Specially Trained Dogs To Ghana Army
The Chargés d’affaires of the Austrian Embassy said the presentation was a symbol of the enduring partnership of both countries. Source: Graphic Online
Source: UGC

The dogs possess skills for detecting explosives and illicit substances and providing security.

They are expected to play a critical role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the army in missions.

Austria is committed to supporting Ghana’s efforts in maintaining peace and security.

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According to Graphic Online, the Chargés d’affaires of the Austrian Embassy, Jurgen Heissel, said the presentation was a symbol of the enduring partnership of both countries.

He also said it was a sign of a mutual commitment to enhancing security and operational capabilities.

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Delali Adogla-Bessa (Current Affairs Editor) Delali Adogla-Bessa is a Current Affairs Editor with YEN.com.gh. Delali previously worked as a freelance journalist in Ghana and has over seven years of experience in media, primarily with Citi FM, Equal Times, Ubuntu Times. Delali also volunteers with the Ghana Institute of Language Literacy and Bible Translation, where he documents efforts to preserve local languages. He graduated from the University of Ghana in 2014 with a BA in Information Studies. Email: delali.adogla-bessa@yen.com.gh.