Annual IMF/World Bank meetings: Ato Forson highlights Ghana’s economic gains and ‘New Economy’ agenda

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is set to discuss Ghana's economic achievements and the country's forthcoming New Economy strategy during the upcoming IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand. The meetings, scheduled from October 12 to 18, precede the 2027 Budget, where Dr Forson is expected to present the New Economy blueprint for Ghana's next stage of economic growth.

The Ministry of Finance report highlights that Dr Forson will meet with world leaders, senior officials from international financial institutions, and other finance ministers through one-on-one and group discussions. This is the first Annual Meetings outside Washington, D.C. since Dr Forson became Finance Minister in 2025. Ghana is entering the meetings with a strong economic foundation, following positive assessments from the IMF and World Bank regarding its recovery from the 2022 crisis.

The government leverages this progress to build an economy capable of sustaining growth and delivering long-term development. Dr Forson's engagements aim to showcase Ghana's progress and discuss the government's plans for the next phase of its economic agenda with international partners. The New Economy blueprint, which will be detailed in the 2027 Budget, will outline the government's development priorities, providing a roadmap for Ghana's economic transformation.