Ghana’s economic diplomacy took centre stage this week as the Office of the Chief of Staff officially hosted a high-powered Chinese investor delegation, reinforcing growing ties between Accra and Beijing.

The delegation’s visit, a highlight of the ongoing Ghana–China Business Summit 2025, comes amid renewed calls for deeper industrial collaboration between the two nations.

The summit is jointly organised by the Government of Ghana and the Sino-Africa Group.

Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, urged Chinese investors to harness Ghana’s strategic geographic location, stable political environment, and the transformative 24-Hour Economy Agenda.

“We invite you to Make Ghana Your Industrial Home,” Mr Debrah said. “Our bold 24-Hour Economy policy is designed to unlock value across sectors, create jobs, and position Ghana as a gateway to the African continent.”

The visiting delegation, led by Chen Xiaowei, included representatives from major Chinese state-owned enterprises and private conglomerates with global footprints.

Describing Ghana as “the China of Africa in the making,” Mr Chen called for stronger institutional frameworks to bolster investor confidence and facilitate long-term partnerships.

"We see in Ghana the same energy, ambition, and potential that marked China’s own rise. With the right support mechanisms, Ghana can become Africa’s next industrial powerhouse,” he said.

The landmark engagement signals a fresh chapter in Ghana–China relations, rooted not only in investment but in a shared commitment to industrialisation, infrastructure development, and mutual growth.

As both countries continue to explore areas of collaboration, the summit is expected to deliver significant investment commitments, especially in manufacturing, energy, and logistics.