President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that bilateral trade between Ghana and the United Kingdom now exceeds £1.5 billion annually, underscoring the growing economic relationship between the two countries and calling for deeper collaboration across key sectors.
Speaking at the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 on Monday, June 1, President Mahama said the current trade volume demonstrates the strength of the long-standing partnership between Ghana and the UK.
However, he stressed that the figure represents only a fraction of the opportunities available for increased investment and business expansion.
“Today, bilateral trade between our two countries exceeds 1.5 billion pounds annually. But I believe this only scratches the surface of what is possible,” the President stated.
Ghana Positioned as an Attractive Investment Destination
President Mahama noted that shifts in the global economic environment are prompting businesses and investors to reassess supply chains, seek resilient markets, and identify new destinations capable of supporting sustainable growth.
He argued that Ghana is well-positioned to benefit from this trend, citing the country's political stability, democratic governance, strategic location, and ongoing efforts to strengthen macroeconomic fundamentals.
“In that changing global landscape, Ghana offers something increasingly valuable, political stability, democratic maturity, strategic geographical access, improving macroeconomic fundamentals and a government committed to creating a transparent and investor-friendly business environment.” President Mahama
The President added that Ghana’s investment climate continues to improve as government implements policies aimed at enhancing transparency, attracting capital, and creating opportunities for both local and international businesses.
Focus on Long-Term Partnerships
President Mahama described the Ghana-UK relationship as one that has evolved beyond historical connections to include trade, education, innovation, investment, and shared democratic values.
He encouraged investors and business leaders to explore opportunities in manufacturing, technology, infrastructure, agribusiness, renewable energy, financial services, pharmaceuticals, tourism, education, and the digital economy.
According to him, the summit serves as more than a networking platform, providing an avenue for forging partnerships capable of driving economic growth and job creation.
“This Summit is therefore not simply a networking event. It is a platform for building long-term partnerships capable of delivering jobs, innovation, industrial growth and shared prosperity,” he said.
The President expressed confidence that stronger economic cooperation between Ghana and the United Kingdom would unlock new opportunities and accelerate development in both countries.
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