Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, has met with World Bank Managing Director and Chief Administrative Officer, Wencai Zhang, to discuss key areas of development in Ghana, including agriculture, transportation, and energy. During their meeting at the Ministry of Finance, Forson emphasized the urgent need for World Bank support in these sectors to drive sustainable development and deliver real impact for the people of Ghana.
The Minister also proposed that the World Bank consider establishing a regional office in Ghana to strengthen their partnership and facilitate project implementation. Zhang reaffirmed the World Bank’s strong interest in Ghana’s agricultural sector, noting that agriculture is a priority for the Bank. He emphasized the Bank’s wealth of experience and readiness to facilitate and finance project preparation and implementation.
This meeting comes as Ghana’s government seeks to stabilize the country’s economy and implement key fiscal reforms to drive growth and development. As Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson has been instrumental in managing Ghana’s fiscal policies and negotiating key financial agreements. His meeting with Zhang highlights the government’s commitment to economic resilience, social progress, and shared prosperity.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
