Ghana has showcased its readiness for strategic investment partnerships at the inaugural Ghana–US Business Forum held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as part of ongoing efforts to deepen economic ties between Ghana and the United States.

The forum, convened by Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, in collaboration with the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, and the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, brought together American investors, business leaders, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora to explore opportunities across key sectors of the Ghanaian economy.

Addressing participants at his first US business summit of 2026, Ambassador Smith described Philadelphia as a city synonymous with enterprise and innovation, values he said align closely with Ghana’s economic direction.

He noted that Ghana has returned to a path of economic stability and is well positioned to engage credible partners for long-term growth.

According to the Ambassador, Ghana’s improving macroeconomic outlook is the result of deliberate policy decisions, including fiscal discipline and reforms aimed at stabilising inflation and strengthening the currency.

He projected an optimistic 2026 outlook, marked by improved investor confidence and expanding opportunities in sectors such as energy, agriculture, manufacturing, transport, fintech, digital services, and tourism.

Ambassador Smith also highlighted the critical role of the Ghanaian diaspora, urging them to see themselves not as observers but as strategic partners in Ghana’s next phase of economic transformation.

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, used the platform to outline concrete investment prospects within Ghana’s agricultural value chain.

He identified poultry, cocoa and cocoa derivatives, shea butter, cashew, and food processing as high-potential areas capable of attracting private capital.

He noted that Ghana’s agricultural sector benefits from strong domestic demand and access to wider African markets, positioning the country as a gateway for agribusinesses seeking regional expansion under Africa’s evolving trade frameworks.

The Minister reaffirmed government’s commitment to modernising agriculture through value addition, agro-processing, and public–private partnerships that drive job creation, food security, and export growth.

Adding a cultural and creative dimension to the investment discussion, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, reaffirmed Ghana’s status as a Pan-African hub and a welcoming destination for Africans and the global diaspora.

She encouraged participants not only to invest in Ghana but also to visit and experience the country, highlighting tourism and the creative arts as sectors rich in both economic potential and cultural significance.

The forum attracted over 100 investors and business leaders and was organised by the Embassy of Ghana in collaboration with the US Chamber of Commerce.

Participants shared a common goal of identifying partnerships that support Ghana’s development while enabling businesses to expand into new and emerging markets.

The Philadelphia Business Forum marked another milestone in Ghana’s economic diplomacy, reinforcing the country’s message to global partners: Ghana is open for business, ready for partnership, and committed to shared and inclusive growth.