China angry over nationals’ involvement in galamsey – Kojo Bonsu
Ghana’s Ambassador to China, Kojo Bonsu, says the Chinese government is deeply concerned about illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, in Ghana, particularly the involvement of some Chinese nationals in the activity.Ghana Business Insights According to him, the Chinese government, led by President Xi Jinping, has taken the issue seriously and is working with Ghana […]
China is reportedly upset about Chinese nationals participating in illegal mining activities, commonly referred to as galamsey, in Ghana. Ambassador Kojo Bonsu of Ghana to China stated that the Chinese government, under President Xi Jinping, is taking the issue seriously and is working alongside Ghana to tackle it. The Chinese government has dispatched officials at the provincial level to engage with Ghana on measures to tackle the galamsey problem.
Ambassador Bonsu revealed that China has promised support to help address the issue, as a result of meetings between Presidents John Dramani Mahama of Ghana and Xi Jinping of China. China is particularly displeased with the involvement of Chinese nationals bypassing proper procedures, such as obtaining licenses from the Minerals Commission and Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, to carry out mining.
The objective is for Ghana to attract responsible mining companies that will comply with the country's mining and environmental regulations.
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