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Ghana: The decision ignores the presumption of innocence.<\/h2>\n
In a strongly worded statement, the Ghanaian Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized the Canadian position, describing the visa refusal decision as \u201cunfair and arrogant,\u201d stressing that the Canadian authorities based their decision on ongoing legal proceedings in the United Kingdom that did not result in a conviction or court ruling against the player.<\/p>\n
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The Ghanaian government stressed that the principle of \u201cpresumption of innocence\u201d is a cornerstone of democratic legal systems, arguing that denying Barthe entry to the country before any final verdict is issued constitutes a violation of this principle.<\/p>\n
Ongoing diplomatic and legal action<\/h2>\n
Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzieto Ablako revealed that his country had submitted a formal protest note to the Canadian authorities and had also made direct contact with officials in Ottawa, including the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, with the aim of reconsidering the decision.<\/p>\n
The minister confirmed that the government is considering all available legal and administrative options, including resorting to the Canadian judiciary by requesting a judicial review before the Federal Court if necessary.<\/p>\n
A major blow to the Black Stars<\/h2>\n
Partey's absence represents a significant technical loss for the Ghanaian national team, especially as he is considered one of the most experienced and influential players in the squad in recent years. He was included in the final squad for the tournament despite the ongoing legal proceedings related to his case in Britain.<\/p>\n
Ghanaian fans are hoping that the authorities will be able to find a way to allow the player to participate in the following group stage matches, which will be held in the United States.<\/p>\n
Renewed debate over immigration and sports<\/h2>\n
This issue has brought back to the forefront the debate about the impact of immigration policies on global sporting events. While Canada insists that hosting the World Cup does not grant exceptions to national immigration laws, Ghana believes that the application of these laws should not conflict with the principles of justice and sound legal procedures.<\/p>\n
The crisis comes after a similar controversy at the tournament, following the barring of a Somali referee from entering the United States, raising increasing questions about the challenges facing participants in the first World Cup to be jointly hosted by three countries.<\/p>\n
As the world prepares to follow the biggest football event, Thomas Partey's visa issue has turned from an administrative procedure into a diplomatic and legal crisis whose repercussions may continue long after the opening whistle.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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