July 9, 2026
The China-Ghana Emerging Industries Trade and Investment Matchmaking Conference brought together government officials, investors, and business leaders in Accra, Ghana, to strengthen international collaboration and explore new opportunities in infrastructure, renewable energy, and emerging industries.
Co-hosted by the Foreign Trade Development Affairs Bureau of China’s Ministry of Commerce and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), the conference highlighted the growing importance of China-Ghana trade and investment in supporting economic development across Ghana and West Africa.
Held under the theme “Driving Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy,” the conference attracted more than 200 delegates representing over 100 companies from China, Ghana, and other West African countries.
Opening remarks were delivered by Li Yaohong, Commercial Counselor at the Economic and Commercial Office of the Chinese Embassy in Ghana, and Afua Tekyi-Mills, Director of Marketing and Communications at the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre.
The event emphasized international collaboration to accelerate industrial development, attract investment, and strengthen long-term economic partnerships.
Two expert-led roundtable discussions explored key priorities for future development:
Industry leaders, researchers, financial institutions, and association representatives shared strategies for expanding industrial capacity, improving infrastructure delivery, and supporting sustainable economic growth through cross-border cooperation.
The conference also featured targeted business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking sessions, allowing participating organizations to build new partnerships and explore commercial opportunities.
Discussions focused on several high-growth sectors, including:
The networking sessions generated valuable connections between Chinese and Ghanaian businesses while opening new channels for trade and investment.
The China-Ghana Emerging Industries Trade and Investment Matchmaking Conference reinforces Ghana’s position as an attractive destination for international investment and demonstrates the growing role of strategic partnerships in advancing infrastructure, clean energy, and industrial development across West Africa. By connecting businesses, investors, and policymakers, the event is helping create new opportunities for innovation, sustainable growth, and cross-border collaboration.
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