Beijing – Ghana is set to finalise a comprehensive zero-tariff agreement with China by the end of October 2025, a move expected to boost bilateral trade and expand market access for businesses in both countries.
The announcement came during the Ghana–China Presidential Investment Forum in Beijing on 14 October, as part of President John Dramani Mahama’s state visit to China. Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Ofosu-Adjare, said Ghana views China as a strategic partner in its economic reset agenda aimed at making the country one of Africa’s most competitive investment destinations.
The Minister explained that Ghana’s economy has gained renewed momentum under President Mahama, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry now including Agribusiness to enhance local raw material production, attract investment in value addition, and establish strategic industries.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare noted that Chinese investment in Ghana has delivered transformative projects across infrastructure, energy, and industrial development. She cited companies such as GreenHouse Group, Sentuo Group, Zonda Tec Ghana, and Sunda International, whose subsidiaries, Softcare and Twyford, continue to expand in the country. She also praised Madam Yang Yang, CEO of Zonda Tec Ghana, as a symbol of women’s leadership and Sino-African cooperation.
The Minister welcomed China’s zero-tariff treatment for all African countries, describing it as a timely move that opens new opportunities for Ghanaian products in the Chinese market. She assured investors that Ghana is strengthening transparency, investor protection, and aftercare to support foreign businesses.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare invited Chinese investors to partner with Ghana in driving industrialisation, skills development, and technology transfer, while positioning the country as a gateway to ECOWAS’ 400 million consumers and the $3.4 trillion African Continental Free Trade Area market.
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