Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has commended the Ministry of Finance for what she described as its commitment to implementing reforms designed to restore macroeconomic stability and advance the government's Reset Agenda.
The commendation came during a working visit to the Ministry, part of a broader tour of Ministries, Departments and Agencies aimed at strengthening coordination between the Presidency and public institutions while assessing progress on key government priorities.
Meeting with management and staff, the Vice President acknowledged the work of Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Deputy Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem and officials of the Ministry, saying their efforts were beginning to produce positive results for the economy.
"The Ministry's decisions have a direct impact on the lives of Ghanaians," she said, stressing the need for prudent and transparent management of public finances.
Ministry outlines reform agenda
During the engagement, officials briefed the Vice President on Ghana's fiscal outlook and the reforms underway to stabilise the economy after what the Ministry described as challenging fiscal conditions inherited by the current administration.
Management highlighted progress in the country's debt restructuring programme, pointing to the successful repayment of Eurobond obligations and other major debt commitments while preparations continue for upcoming debt servicing responsibilities.
The Ministry also reaffirmed its determination to restore fiscal discipline, narrow the budget deficit and place the economy on what it described as a sustainable growth path.
Officials further updated the Vice President on several policy initiatives, including amendments to the Public Financial Management Act and the Public Procurement Act, the implementation of the Value for Money Act, improved domestic revenue mobilisation and reforms at COCOBOD.
Funding commitments for flagship government initiatives, including the Big Push infrastructure programme and the proposed Women's Development Bank, also featured prominently during the discussions.
Call for sustained discipline
Professor Opoku-Agyemang noted that although a significant share of national resources continues to be directed toward debt servicing, government remains focused on maintaining the reform momentum.
She said value addition, sound budgeting practices and responsible fiscal management would remain central to achieving long-term economic resilience.
The Vice President also expressed appreciation to management, technical officers and support staff, describing their contribution as essential to the government's vision of building a stronger and more prosperous Ghana.
Her visit forms part of ongoing efforts by the Presidency to deepen engagement with state institutions while monitoring the implementation of policies aimed at strengthening economic recovery and improving public sector performance.
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