The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, reiterated the government’s commitment to food security and economic stability during a meeting with Her Excellency Myriam Montrat, the Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana.
Dr. Forson highlighted food security as a national priority, stressing the importance of joint efforts to tackle rising food prices and their effects on vulnerable populations.
“More than one million Ghanaians are at risk of food insecurity due to skyrocketing prices,” he said, referencing alarming statistics from the World Food Programme.
He also emphasized the Goldbod initiative, calling it a game-changing project designed to enhance gold export tracking, stabilize the cedi, boost foreign exchange inflows, and create job opportunities.
Reflecting on past challenges within Cocobod, he remarked, “We must not allow isolated setbacks to overshadow the significant contributions Cocobod has made to Ghana’s development or hinder promising initiatives like Goldbod.”
He expressed confidence that Goldbod would soon be fully operational, bringing about long-term stability and inclusive growth.
Mr. Ato Forson reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program, highlighting that corrective measures had been implemented to address structural challenges inherited from the previous administration.
“We are committed to ensuring fiscal discipline and achieving key economic targets under the IMF program,” he assured.
The meeting wrapped up with Ato Forson stressing the crucial role of international cooperation in achieving sustainable development.
He remarked, “Canada’s support in agricultural modernization and resource management will strengthen our domestic efforts to stabilize the economy and achieve food security.”
Both parties committed to deepening bilateral relations to promote mutual growth and resilience.
