21/08/2025
I joined His Excellency the President of the Republic, John Dramani Mahama, to highlight Ghana's strategic position for investment. At the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9), I called on Japanese investors to take advantage of Ghana’s 24-hour economy policies and investment initiatives as we position our nation as a gateway to business opportunities in West Africa.
Speaking under the theme “Leveraging Innovation for Africa’s Industrial Transformation; Building Resilience in a Globalised Economy,” I emphasized Ghana’s stable political environment, respect for the rule of law, and strategic geographic location as key pillars that make our country a reliable destination for investment.
Ghana offers a peaceful and predictable business climate, and I encouraged Japanese investors to seize the opportunities created through our policies, including the 24-hour economy, to drive industrial growth and create shared prosperity.
I also reaffirmed our government’s commitment to building resilient industries that expand productivity and position Ghanaians to compete globally. Beyond my address, I held bilateral discussions with Japanese officials and business leaders to deepen our economic ties. These engagements focused on partnerships in agribusiness, manufacturing, and technology transfer—areas that will strengthen Ghana’s industrial base and create jobs.
I further stressed Ghana’s dedication to industrial transformation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), presenting our country as a natural hub for investment and trade in Africa.
Our active participation at TICAD 9 in Yokohama reflects Ghana’s determination to forge stronger global partnerships while accelerating our domestic economic growth.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯
