President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana is actively engaged in an ambitious economic transformation program.
This initiative is designed to generate sustainable employment and establish a robust economy.
The President made these remarks while receiving the letters of credence from seven new ambassadors at the Banquet Hall of the Presidency, which marked the official start of their diplomatic missions to Ghana.
The new ambassadors include:
H.E. Ronald Micallef, High Commissioner of the Republic of Malta
H.E. Andrei Ordash, Ambassador of the Russian Federation
H.E. Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland
H.E. Bambang Suharto, Ambassador of Indonesia
H.E. Isbeth Lisbeth Quiel Murcia, Ambassador of Panama
H.E. Armen Sargsyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia
H.E. Selestine Gervas Kakele, Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania
H.E. Andrei Ordash, Ambassador of the Russian Federation
H.E. Michal Cygan, Ambassador of Poland
H.E. Bambang Suharto, Ambassador of Indonesia
H.E. Isbeth Lisbeth Quiel Murcia, Ambassador of Panama
H.E. Armen Sargsyan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia
H.E. Selestine Gervas Kakele, Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania
In welcoming the diplomats, President Mahama reiterated Ghana’s dedication to enhancing bilateral relations and promoting economic partnerships that yield shared advantages.
He elaborated on the government’s 24-Hour Economy initiative and its significance in the nation’s comprehensive economic transformation.
“Ghana is currently pursuing a bold programme of economic transformation aimed at creating sustainable jobs and building a resilient economy,” the President emphasized.
He continued, “Our focus remains on agricultural modernization, industrialization, digital transformation, and reforms in the energy sector.”
Referencing recent favorable evaluations from international rating agencies and Bretton Woods institutions, President Mahama encouraged the global business community to investigate opportunities within Ghana’s manufacturing, mining, technology, and tourism sectors.
He also reminded the ambassadors that, as the host of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, Ghana serves as a strategic gateway to a market of over 1.4 billion people.
