The Minister-Designate for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has outlined a strategic plan to leverage international trade agreements, particularly the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), to drive export growth and create sustainable jobs for Ghana’s youth.
During her vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Wednesday, January 22, Mrs. Ofosu-Adjare described AfCFTA as a transformative opportunity for Ghana to expand its export markets across Africa.
She highlighted that Ghana’s hosting of the AfCFTA Secretariat in Accra offers a unique platform to position the country as a leading exporter of goods and services within the continent.
“Our focus is to produce more and export, taking full advantage of trade agreements like AfCFTA to ensure Ghanaian products find markets across Africa and beyond,” she stated.
The Minister-Designate emphasized the need to collaborate with AfCFTA structures and international trade bodies to ensure that Ghanaian products meet global standards and remain competitive in the international market.
This, she explained, would help reduce the country’s trade deficit while increasing foreign exchange earnings.
Mrs. Ofosu-Adjare also stressed that the government’s vision includes building a “24-hour economy” to create more opportunities for Ghana’s youth.
“As we produce, we are looking for markets, leveraging trade agreements to ensure our products are exported and jobs are created for our teeming youth,” she affirmed.
Her strategy seeks to position Ghana as a major player in the African trade landscape, using AfCFTA as a springboard to boost economic growth and employment.
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