Chief of Staff calls on Chinese firms to invest in Ghana
Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has extended an open invitation to Chinese manufacturers to set up assembly plants and new businesses in Ghana, promoting the country as a gateway to the West African market.
Speaking at the ongoing Ghana-China Trade Summit in Accra, Mr. Debrah described Ghana as a stable, investor-friendly economy with strong potential for long-term industrial partnerships.
He assured investors that government policies focus on supporting manufacturing, job creation, and technological progress.
“Ghana welcomes as many Chinese manufacturers as possible to establish operations here. Our doors are open to partnerships that promote industrialization and economic transformation,” the Chief of Staff said.
The five-day summit, which started earlier this week, has drawn over 300 business leaders and policymakers from both countries. Its goal is to strengthen bilateral trade and identify new investment opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, technology, energy, and infrastructure.
Mr. Debrah highlighted Ghana’s strategic location within ECOWAS, giving access to over 400 million consumers across West Africa.
He pointed to Ghana’s political stability, improving economy, and ambitious industrialization agenda as key advantages.
“Our government is working to reduce business costs, improve regulations, and promote public-private partnerships,” the Chief of Staff told delegates.
The summit marks a milestone in Ghana’s economic relations with China, one of its largest trading partners. Annual trade between the two countries tops USD8 billion, with Chinese firms active in infrastructure, construction, and energy.
Mr. Debrah urged Ghanaian businesses to seize the opportunity to build joint ventures, attract investment, and expand export markets through Chinese partnerships.
The summit continues through the week, with high-level talks expected to produce memorandums of understanding and investment commitments.
