The Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The meeting, held on March 14, 2025, aimed to promote brand Ghana and improve the flow of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into the country.
During the meeting, Minister Ablakwa briefed the delegation on the Ministry’s Economic Diplomacy agenda, emphasizing the need for collaboration between the Ministry and both institutions. The CEOs of GEPA and GIPC, Mr. Francis Kojo Kwarteng Arthur and Mr. Simon Madjie, respectively, assured the Minister of their institutions’ commitment to supporting the Economic Diplomacy agenda.
The GIPC CEO announced plans to hold regional investment fora to attract investment to various regions of Ghana. This initiative is expected to boost economic growth and development across the country. The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the parties commitment to strengthening ties and deepening collaboration.
This development is in line with Ghana’s efforts to diversify its export base and promote economic growth. As reported earlier, GEPA has successfully diversified Ghana’s exports, achieving $3.94 billion in non-traditional export earnings in 2023. The Authority has also implemented programs to support product development, market intelligence, and research to ensure exporters have the tools and knowledge to succeed globally.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
