{
  "id": 9957322,
  "title": "Ghana intensifies lobbying for fairer global financial system",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/ghana-intensifies-lobbying-for-fairer-global-financial-system",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-26T09:43:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghana Business News",
    "slug": "ghana-business-news",
    "url": "https://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2026/09/26/ghana-intensifies-lobbying-for-fairer-global-financial-system/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana is stepping up its efforts to advocate for a more equitable global financial system, according to Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG). He emphasized that this pursuit necessitates a collective, multilateral approach, involving lobbying from developing economies and coordinated international action. Asiama highlighted the imperative for reforming the global financial architecture, asserting that it is not merely optional but essential for sustainable development. He stressed that the existing system falls short in addressing debt vulnerabilities, climate financing, and inequality, underscoring the necessity for change.\n\nThe Central Bank Governor elaborated on the complex global financial system, established during the Bretton Woods era in 1944, which includes international institutions like the IMF, World Bank, central banks, financial markets, and bilateral and multilateral agreements. He pointed out that the system is largely in need of urgent reform to ensure equity, stability, and sustainable development, particularly for African and developing economies, which remain underrepresented in decision-making bodies.\n\nAsiama disclosed that Ghana's government officials are actively participating in multiple discussions aimed at reshaping global financial governance, with feedback being relayed back home for further contributions. The country is engaging strategically with nations like China, recognizing the importance of maintaining robust trading relations. Ghana's stance is in line with broader African calls for a more inclusive financial architecture, as many developing countries seek greater representation in institutions such as the IMF and the World Bank.\n\nAsiama reiterated Ghana's commitment to these reforms, emphasizing the importance of remaining connected to global decision-making centers to shape the rules governing international financial flows. He also noted Ghana's role within the broader African context, where many countries are working together to push for reforms that would better reflect their needs and interests.",
  "summary": "Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), says Ghana is intensifying a push for a fairer global financial system, doing it collectively through lobbying by developing economies and using a multilateral approach. The post Ghana intensifies lobbying for fairer global financial system appeared first on Ghana Business News .",
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