- U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, reassured Ghanaians about strong U.S.-Ghana ties despite the new 10% tariff
- She emphasized that Ghana’s key exports like gold and gas will remain important in global trade
- Her comments aimed to maintain confidence in the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Ghana
The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Evelyn Palmer, has minimized concerns about the impact of the newly introduced 10% tariff on Ghanaian exports as part of a broader shift in U.S. trade policy.
This tariff is part of a series of measures implemented by President Donald Trump, which also include a 34% levy on Chinese imports and a 20% tax on goods from the European Union, sparking global trade tensions and mixed reactions from world leaders.
Speaking from the Rose Garden, President Trump defended the tariffs as a response to what he called years of unfair economic practices, necessary to protect domestic manufacturing.
Despite growing concerns, Ambassador Palmer reassured Ghanaians about the strength of the U.S.-Ghana trade relationship, which exceeds $3 billion in bilateral trade and investment. She expressed confidence that key exports like gold and gas would remain vital to global trade and would not be heavily impacted by the new tariffs.
“The U.S. and Ghana share a warm, close relationship built on historical and cultural ties, along with over $3 billion in trade. Gold, gas, automobiles, and pharmaceuticals are crucial parts of this partnership,” she stated.
Palmer emphasized that despite shifts in global trade policies, Ghana remains an essential partner for the United States, and the partnership will continue to thrive.
