Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has officially closed the National Economic Dialogue, emphasizing the need for bold and transformative reforms to build a resilient and inclusive economy.
The two-day event, themed “Building a Resilient and Inclusive Economy: Resetting the Foundations for Sustainable Growth,” brought together policymakers, business leaders, and economic experts to strategize Ghana’s economic recovery and long-term development.
In her closing remarks, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang stressed the importance of economic diversification, reducing Ghana’s over-reliance on a few key sectors, and boosting export competitiveness.
She highlighted technology adoption, productivity improvements, and human well-being as essential drivers of sustainable growth.
On infrastructure development, she called for modernization in transportation, energy, and communication systems to enhance business efficiency and unlock new opportunities nationwide.
The Vice President also reaffirmed the crucial role of the private sector, advocating for a business-friendly environment, improved access to finance, and stronger private sector support to drive job creation and innovation.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reiterated the government’s commitment to transparency and anti-corruption measures, emphasizing the need for strong institutions, good governance, and increased public sector efficiency to eliminate corruption.
She assured stakeholders that the dialogue’s resolutions would be translated into concrete policy actions, pledging government collaboration with all sectors to ensure effective implementation.
“The dialogue has underscored the urgency of restoring confidence in our economy by maintaining macroeconomic stability, stabilizing inflation, strengthening our currency, and creating sound fiscal policies,” she stated.
“The reset agenda is ambitious yet necessary, requiring a concerted effort from government, the private sector, civil society, and every Ghanaian citizen.”
Managing Director of the Ghana Stock Exchange, Abena Amoah, emphasized the importance of a stable macroeconomic environment for private sector growth, highlighting how inconsistent government policies have negatively impacted private sector investments.
She urged the government and financial institutions to establish a targeted financial framework, suggesting the creation of a GHS 10–15 billion fund to provide strategic support for priority sectors.
“We need to move fast, be quick, and act with agility,” Amoah urged, stressing the need for a robust domestic financial and capital market to support economic stability.”
The Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang assured that the government would work closely with stakeholders to track progress and ensure accountability in implementing the strategies proposed during the dialogue.
With sustained collaboration and determination, she expressed confidence that Ghana could achieve a more resilient, inclusive, and prosperous future.
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