- Ghana and India boost trade ties with 4th JTC meeting
- AfCFTA opens Africa's vast market to India
Ghana and India have kicked off the fourth session of their Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting in Accra in order to bolster bilateral trade and economic cooperation,
The two-day meeting, which began on May 3, brings together trade officials from both nations to explore potential partnerships in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, information technology, digital infrastructure, agriculture, and capacity building.
According to Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry and JTC Co-Chair, Michael Okyere Baafi, the long-standing relationship between Ghana and India, which predates Ghana’s independence, has been built on mutual respect and common interests. “Ghana has a special place in the heart of India, and we are committed to strengthening our trade ties,” he said.
The Deputy Minister highlighted the success of the previous JTC meeting in July 2022, which played a crucial role in Ghana achieving a trade surplus in 2023. He also emphasized that the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) presents a significant opportunity for India to tap into the vast African market, further boosting trade and economic cooperation between the two nations.
