Accra, Ghana – May 20, 2025
At the opening of the Ghana-EU Business Forum, President John Dramani Mahama outlined his government’s bold vision to build a dynamic and resilient economy, emphasizing job creation, value addition to natural resources, and the global scaling of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs).
Held under the theme “Deepening Ghana-EU Cooperation on Trade and Investment in Non-Traditional Value Chains under the EU Global Gateway Strategy,” the forum brought together high-level delegations from the European Union and Ghana’s public and private sectors to explore new avenues for economic collaboration.
President Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to structural transformation through strategic partnerships and innovative policies.
He highlighted several key interventions aimed at driving inclusive growth and industrialization.
“The flagship of these interventions is the 24-Hour Economy Policy Initiative,” President Mahama announced.
“It is designed to incentivize round-the-clock production, particularly in critical sectors such as agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, green energy, and digital services.”
He emphasized that this policy will not only expand production capacity but also create employment opportunities, improve competitiveness, and attract long-term investments aligned with the EU’s Global Gateway strategy.
The Ghana-EU Business Forum is expected to culminate in a series of bilateral agreements and investment commitments that will deepen economic ties and support Ghana’s ambition to become a leading hub for sustainable trade and innovation in West Africa.
