eputy Foreign Minister accompanies Veep to Shanghai to champion Global South reform, industrial drive
Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson, accompanied Vice-President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang on a successful working visit to Shanghai, China, from 15th to 19th October 2026, at the invitation of the East China Normal University (ECNU). The highlight of the visit was the 2026 Global South Academic Forum held on 17th October, which … The post eputy Foreign Minister…
Ghana's Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson, joined Vice-President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang on a productive visit to Shanghai, China, from October 15th to 19th, 2026. The delegation was hosted by the East China Normal University (ECNU). The center of their visit was the Global South Academic Forum held on October 17th, featuring over 200 scholars, policymakers, political leaders, and media professionals from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
The forum focused on "Global South Political Parties: Governance and Modernization." During her keynote speech, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang argued that political independence is just the start, emphasizing that governing effectively is a distinct responsibility from simply holding power. She advocated for enhanced South-South collaboration, multilateralism, and changes to the global financial system to prevent debt traps, ensure equitable risk evaluations, and promote climate policies that accommodate various national contexts.
On October 18th, the Vice-President met with Chinese investors to discuss Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy in relation to industrialization. She warned that investing in human capital without accompanying infrastructure can lead to unemployment and urged the establishment of factories in Ghana to support the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) market, with special attention to value-added sectors such as cocoa processing, shea butter, cashew nuts, coconut, and timber.
On her final day in China, October 19th, Ghana's Ambassador to China, Kojo Bonsu, hosted a dinner at the Shangri-La Hotel for the Vice-President. The attendees, including members of the Ghanaian community and business leaders, commended the meticulous preparation by the Ghana Embassy staff for the successful trip. Throughout the visit, Quayson worked with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to align the engagements with Ghana's job creation and economic transformation objectives.
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