Gov’t Eyes New Infrastructure Push with Backing from China—-The Government of Ghana is ramping up efforts to boost critical infrastructure across the country, with strong backing from China. This renewed push was reinforced during a high-level meeting on April 4 between Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson and the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Tong Defa.
At the center of the conversation was Ghana’s ambition to construct a second gas processing plant, a follow-up to the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant, which Dr. Forson indicated, was built with Chinese support during previous tenure as Deputy Finance Minister. “It’s now time to build a second gas processing plant,” he said, signaling the government’s intent to deepen energy sector investments.
In addition to energy, the discussion also highlighted major infrastructure priorities announced by former President Nana Akufo-Addo, particularly the much-anticipated Accra-Kumasi Expressway. This project is currently under consideration ahead of the Mid-Year Budget Review and is expected to be a key component of Ghana’s national development strategy.
To achieve these ambitious goals, Ghana is counting on Chinese cooperation not only to complete ongoing infrastructure but also to unlock funding for new projects. “Most Chinese-funded projects in Ghana are near completion, and we hope new ones will commence soon,” Dr. Forson noted, expressing optimism about the growing partnership.
Beyond infrastructure, the Finance Minister also appealed for China’s assistance in helping Ghana finalize its debt restructuring process, which remains essential for unlocking additional fiscal space and ensuring long-term economic stability.
In response, Ambassador Tong Defa welcomed the renewed collaboration and confirmed China’s readiness to move forward. “The bilateral agreement and development partnership are ready to be signed,” he assured, emphasizing China’s continued commitment to Ghana’s economic transformation.
