The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Myriam Montrat, has held talks with the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry as both countries seek to deepen bilateral trade and investment cooperation.

The meeting, held in Accra on Friday, December 19, 2025, focused on trade diversification, with particular emphasis on expanding market access for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and strengthening the agribusiness value chain. Discussions also covered responsible and sustainable business practices, regulatory challenges, and how trade can support broader development objectives.

High Commissioner Montrat noted that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) offers significant opportunities for Ghana and Canada to enhance intra-African and global trade. She urged closer collaboration to address regulatory bottlenecks that could deter Canadian investors, adding that improved trade facilitation would encourage more Canadian companies to explore opportunities in Ghana.

She further disclosed that Air Canada has shown interest in exploring operations in Ghana, stressing that improved air connectivity would boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people relations between the two countries.

Responding, Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare welcomed the engagement and reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to attracting investment, particularly in value-added agribusiness. She explained that the government has secured litigation-free lands for investors interested in contract commercial farming to support local industries and strengthen supply chains.

The Minister also underscored the importance of improved connectivity in driving trade and investment, assuring the High Commissioner of the government’s continued efforts to create a conducive business environment.

The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of Ghana and Canada to expand economic cooperation and unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth.