At the invitation of President Barrack Obama, His Excellency President John Evans Atta Mills leaves Accra after the Independence Day Parade on March 06, 2012, for an official visit to the United States of America.

As part of the itinerary, President Atta Mills will be the guest of President Obama at the White House on March 08, 2012, where inter alia, both Presidents will hold bilateral talks on Ghana/USA relations.

His Excellency President Atta Mills will also interact with, Senators, Congressmen/women, Captains of Industry, as well as members of the Ghanaian community in the Washington catchment area.

His Excellency President Atta Mills will be accompanied by, First Lady, Dr. Mrs. Ernestina Naadu Mills, some Ministers of State, and a high powered business delegation.

His Excellency President Atta Mills is scheduled to return to Accra on March 13, 2012.