By: Ashiadey Dotse
Ghana has secured an additional 200 million RMB grant from China for the construction of a new modern market in Aflao, during president John Dramani Mahama’s visit to China.
Foreign Affairs Minister, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said President John Dramani Mahama’s recent official visit to China continues to yield as impactful diplomacy.
According to Mr. Ablakwa, during bilateral talks between President Mahama and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the two countries agreed to strengthen cooperation in areas such as environmental sustainability, investment in green transitions, and the fight against illegal mining.
President Mahama also secured another 200 million RMB grant from President Xi for future developmental projects in Ghana. This new grant comes on top of an earlier 200 million RMB gift already dedicated to the construction of the Aflao market, bringing the total support from China this year to 400 million RMB.
In addition, the two leaders agreed to finalize a 0% tariff agreement by October 28, 2025 — a move that will make Ghana the second African country to enjoy such trade benefits with China. This agreement is expected to boost bilateral trade, which already exceeded US$11.8 billion in 2024.
President Mahama also advocated for special support for African women entrepreneurs under China’s US$100 million women empowerment package and its capacity-building initiative for 50,000 women.
Mr. Ablakwa further revealed that China will support the establishment of a US$150 million glass float factory in Ghana’s Western Region, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance industrialization and job creation.
