Pakistan’s Additional Foreign Secretary Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan has paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, to strengthen bilateral trade relations and explore new investment opportunities in Ghana.
The meeting, held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, provided an opportunity for the trade minister to brief the Pakistan’s Additional Foreign Secretary and his delegation on the country’s business and investment climate. Hon. Ofosu-Adjare highlighted Ghana’s position as a preferred investment hub, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, automotive, pharmaceuticals, textiles and garments.
She noted that the current economic environment presents an opportune time for Pakistani investors to invest in Ghana, assuring them of favourable returns. The Minister further disclosed that the government has extended the repatriation period for investments from 60 days to 120 days under the current administration.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare also outlined government plans to roll out the “Feed the Industry Policy,” aimed at promoting value addition to raw materials to sustain local industries. She revealed that thousands of acres of land have been acquired for commercial farming under the initiative and that incentives are available for investors importing agricultural and agro- processing equipment into the country.
Hon. Ofosu-Adjare requested for the resubmission of the draft MOU enable swift action, to be taken by both sides reaffirming Ghana- Pakistan commitment to strengthening economic, diplomatic and political ties.
Pakistan’s Additional Foreign Secretary Mr. Hamid Asghar Khan who accompanied by the Pakistan High Commissioner to Ghana, H:E Najeeb Durrani, expressed appreciation to the Minister for the warm reception and acknowledged Pakistan’s readiness to invest in Ghana. He indicated that Pakistan has considerable expertise to offer in sectors such as education and medical diagnostics.
Mr. Hamid Asghar Khan lauded the Ministry’s efforts to revisit the draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that has been pending since last year, stressing that its signing would enhance investment flows and deepen bilateral relations between the two countries.
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