GCB Bank has been appointed to the National Planning Committee and several technical sub-committees overseeing Ghana's participation in the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2026.

The appointments, made by the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, relate to Ghana's preparations for the international trade and investment exhibition.

Under the arrangement, the Bank will chair the Budget and Fundraising Committee, co-chair the Marketing and Publicity Committee, and serve as a member of the Business and Investment Committee.

According to the Ministry, the appointments were based on GCB Bank's experience in supporting Ghana-China trade, exporter development, stakeholder engagement and previous national trade initiatives.

In a related development, the Bank has nominated Aurelia Baaba Ofori Odame, Head of its State-Owned Enterprises and Afro-Asia Banking Department, to represent it on the National Planning Committee for Ghana's participation in the China International Import Expo 2026, the Specialised World Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia, and the Green X Expo 2027 in Yokohama, Japan.

The committees are expected to coordinate Ghana's participation in the exhibitions, which are aimed at promoting trade, investment and international business partnerships.

Commenting on the appointments, Ms Ofori Odame said they reflected the Bank's commitment to supporting Ghana's international trade objectives.

"We are honoured by the confidence the Ministry has reposed in GCB Bank. These appointments affirm our commitment to facilitating cross-border trade and creating opportunities for Ghanaian businesses to access international markets. Through our specialised Afro-Asia Banking Department, we have consistently worked to connect businesses with strategic markets, particularly in Asia, and we look forward to contributing to Ghana's participation in these global platforms," she said.

She added that international exhibitions such as the China International Import Expo and the World Expo provide opportunities for Ghanaian businesses to engage with buyers, investors and strategic partners while expanding their presence in international markets.

GCB Bank says it has expanded its support for international trade in recent years through its Africa and Asia Corridor strategy by providing financial services, facilitating business partnerships and supporting exporters seeking access to regional and international markets.