By: Sarah Baafi
The Ambassador of the United States to Ghana, Her Excellency Virginia Palmer, has met with Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to discuss the implications of the recently imposed 10% tariff by the US on Ghanaian exports, effective April 5, 2025.
The meeting, which included Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Mr Sampson Ahi and other officials, addressed concerns about the tariff’s impact on Ghana’s economy.
Ambassador Palmer clarified that the tariff was not specifically targeting Ghana but aimed at reducing trade imbalances under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 (IEEPA).
She noted exemptions for oil, gas, and energy-related products but confirmed that goods under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) are affected.
Discussions explored potential exemptions for sectors such as cocoa and garments to mitigate economic challenges and job losses. Both sides committed to continued diplomatic efforts to reduce the tariff’s impact on Ghanaian businesses.
The Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Trade assured stakeholders of ongoing engagement with US authorities to safeguard Ghana’s economy while affirming strong bilateral relations between the two nations.
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