By Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo
Tema, July 10, GNA — The Ghana-China Friendship Association (GHACHIFA) has called for deeper collaboration between Ghana and China to accelerate the country’s National Reset Agenda through industrialisation, infrastructure development, technology transfer and youth empowerment.
Mr Benjamin Anyagre Aziginaateeg, the General Secretary of GHACHIFA, said Ghana’s development aspirations aligned with several of China’s global development initiatives, presenting opportunities for both countries to strengthen cooperation for mutual benefit.
He made the call at an inter-party roundtable meeting organised to commemorate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China.
Mr Anyagre said Ghana remained committed to the One China Principle and the three Joint Communiqués that had anchored diplomatic relations between the two countries over the years.
He noted that while diplomatic agreements remained important, the long-term strength of the bilateral relationship depended on sustained people-to-people cooperation in areas such as education, culture, innovation, investment, technology, youth development and enterprise.
According to him, the GHACHIFA sought to deepen understanding between the peoples of Ghana and China while ensuring that the benefits of bilateral cooperation translated into tangible improvements in the lives of citizens.
Mr Anyagre said Ghana’s national reset agenda under President John Dramani Mahama presented an opportunity to revive the country’s long-term development vision through strategic partnerships.
He recalled the Seven-Year Development Plan introduced by Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, in 1963, describing it as a bold attempt to industrialise the country through investments in agriculture, infrastructure, education, science and technology.
Although the plan was not fully implemented, he said its objectives remained relevant and could inform Ghana’s current development priorities.
Mr Anyagre observed that China’s Global Development Initiative complemented Ghana’s aspirations by promoting infrastructure development, industrialisation, agricultural modernisation, technological innovation, quality education, healthcare and poverty reduction.
He said those areas of cooperation were consistent with Ghana’s efforts to create jobs, strengthen local industries and achieve macroeconomic stability.
The General Secretary highlighted also the relevance of China’s Global Civilisation Initiative, saying development should be pursued alongside the preservation of national values, cultural identity and social cohesion.
He said Ghana’s traditions of community solidarity, respect for traditional leadership, peaceful coexistence and ethical governance should continue to underpin the country’s development agenda.
Touching on security, Mr Anyagre said China’s Global Security Initiative presented opportunities for enhanced cooperation in maritime security, cybersecurity, counter-terrorism and conflict prevention.
He noted that Ghana’s reputation as one of Africa’s stable democracies positioned it as a reliable partner in promoting regional peace and security.
Mr Anyagre also called for stronger collaboration on global governance reforms, saying Ghana continued to advocate greater African representation in international decision-making through platforms such as the African Union, ECOWAS and the African Continental Free Trade Area.
He expressed the belief that sustained collaboration with China would help accelerate industrial growth, strengthen institutions, expand opportunities for young people and build a more resilient and diversified Ghanaian economy.
GNA
Reporter: Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo
Edited by Benjamin Mensah
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