Vice President Urges Stronger Ghana-China Ties for Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Development
Accra, Ghana – In a significant call to action, Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, recently advocated for deeper and more expansive trade and development partnerships between Ghana and the People’s Republic of China. Her remarks, made at a ceremony in Accra commemorating the 76th anniversary of China’s founding and 65 years of Ghana-China diplomatic relations, underscored a strategic focus on cultivating opportunities for Ghana’s vibrant youth and fostering sustainable economic growth. The Vice President’s vision aims to leverage the long-standing friendship between the two nations to address contemporary challenges and unlock future potential, particularly as Ghana rolls out its ambitious economic programmes.
Forging New Pathways for Cooperation and Growth
During her address, Vice President Opoku-Agyemang acknowledged China’s invaluable support in Ghana’s infrastructure development, highlighting crucial projects spanning roads, hospitals, and educational facilities that have significantly contributed to the nation’s progress. Looking ahead, she emphasized the transformative potential of Ghana’s new 24-hour economy programme, a key initiative designed to create substantial employment opportunities and significantly boost national productivity, with a particular emphasis on empowering young Ghanaians. To further solidify this partnership, the Vice President urged both countries to explore expanded collaboration in critical sectors. These include the burgeoning field of renewable energy, advanced digital technology – particularly relevant in an African tech context – and enhanced trade under the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). She also actively encouraged Ghanaian businesses to proactively seek and capitalize on investment opportunities within China, fostering a reciprocal flow of economic engagement.
These proposed avenues for intensified cooperation signal a strategic shift towards knowledge transfer, technological advancement, and diversified economic engagement. By strengthening ties in digital technology and renewable energy, Ghana aims to future-proof its economy and empower its next generation with the skills needed for global competitiveness. The focus on AfCFTA also positions Ghana as a key player in continental trade, benefiting from robust bilateral ties. The Vice President’s comprehensive call serves as a blueprint for a renewed and invigorated partnership, ensuring mutual benefits and sustained development for both Ghana and China in the years to come, with a clear emphasis on creating a prosperous future for Ghana’s youth.
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