Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama said on Monday that the West African nation is ready to work closely with China to further advance bilateral relations, as both countries seek to expand political, economic, and cultural cooperation.
Mahama made the remarks while receiving the Letter of Credence from Cong Song, the newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, at the presidency in Accra. The ceremony formalized Cong’s diplomatic credentials and underscored the importance both countries place on their strategic partnership.
“Ghana stands ready to work with China to strengthen our historic ties and to translate our diplomatic engagement into tangible benefits for our people,” Mahama said. He highlighted that last year’s meeting between the two heads of state in Beijing had yielded fruitful outcomes across trade, investment, and development cooperation.
The president reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to building on these achievements, noting that the country values China as a long-term partner in infrastructure, technology, and industrial development. “Our collaboration with China is not only a reflection of shared history but also of our common vision for sustainable development and prosperity,” Mahama added.
Ambassador Cong Song, in his address, emphasized China’s commitment to deepening relations with Ghana. He underscored the long-standing friendship between the two nations, noting that political mutual trust had grown steadily over the years.
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China is prepared to leverage the outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) and the important consensus reached by the two heads of state to enhance bilateral cooperation in key sectors. “We attach great importance to our relations with Ghana and are committed to achieving further progress in the China-Ghana strategic partnership, delivering greater benefits to both countries and their peoples,” Cong said.
Observers note that the two countries have enjoyed decades of engagement, with China playing a prominent role in Ghana’s infrastructure development, energy projects, and industrialization efforts. Chinese investment in Ghana has grown significantly, spanning roads, ports, power plants, and manufacturing facilities, while bilateral trade has steadily expanded.
Trade between the two countries reached approximately $1.8 billion in 2025, with Ghanaian exports to China including cocoa, gold, and timber, while China exported machinery, electronics, and construction materials. Analysts say this trade relationship is expected to grow as both governments focus on technology transfer, sustainable development, and investment in climate-resilient infrastructure.
The new ambassador’s appointment comes at a time when Ghana is seeking to diversify its foreign partnerships and enhance cooperation in areas such as renewable energy, digital technology, and industrial development. China has consistently signaled willingness to invest in these sectors, offering concessional loans, technical expertise, and capacity-building programs.
Political analysts say the ambassador’s visit and the president’s message reflect Ghana’s strategy of strengthening bilateral relations with multiple global partners while maintaining its sovereignty and development priorities. “Ghana is clearly signaling that it wants to build on its traditional partnerships with China, leveraging historical ties to achieve economic growth and infrastructure modernization,” said Dr. Kofi Mensah, a political analyst based in Accra.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of regional collaboration, with both Ghana and China reaffirming their commitment to supporting Africa’s broader development agenda through infrastructure investment, technology transfer, and trade facilitation.
As Ambassador Cong begins his tenure in Ghana, officials expect renewed momentum in bilateral programs, from energy and transportation projects to trade and education initiatives. Both sides have expressed optimism that the strengthened partnership will continue to yield mutual benefits and contribute to long-term development objectives.
With the formal diplomatic engagement now underway, Ghana and China are positioned to deepen their collaboration across multiple sectors, reinforcing a strategic partnership that has spanned decades and continues to shape the economic and political landscape of both countries.
