The GPHA hosted a delegation from Burkina Faso to strengthen trade relations. The Burkinabé officials emphasized the importance of Ghana’s ports for transit trade. GPHA’s Brigadier General Tanye-Kulono committed to enhancing trade and improving operational efficiencies. Col. (Rtd.) Gbevlo-Lartey highlighted the need for collaboration to elevate regional living standards. This meeting is vital for promoting economic ties and cooperation in the Sahel region.

The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) recently welcomed a high-level delegation from Burkina Faso. The delegation was led by Col. (Rtd.) Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, Special Envoy to the Alliance of Sahel States, and included key figures such as Serge Poda, Burkina Faso’s Minister of Industry, Commerce, and Handicrafts. Their visit aimed to strengthen bilateral trade relations between the two countries.

The Burkinabé representatives expressed their commitment to enhancing trade ties, selecting Ghana’s ports as their preferred gateway for transit trade within the Alliance of Sahel States. Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono assured the delegation of GPHA’s commitment to trade growth and economic advancement for both nations.

General Tanye-Kulono articulated the plans for future visits to Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to explore collaborative trade opportunities. He also discussed ongoing initiatives to improve operational efficiency at the ports, aiming to establish a 24-hour operational system within the clearance processes to reduce business costs.

Col. (Rtd.) Gbevlo-Lartey reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s dedication to strengthening relations with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. He called on all stakeholders to engage in initiatives that would enhance trade and uplift living standards across the region.

This meeting is a pivotal moment for fostering economic cooperation and facilitating smoother trade between Ghana and Burkina Faso, setting the stage for broader collaboration within the Sahel region.

The meeting between GPHA and the Burkinabé delegation represents a pivotal initiative aimed at strengthening trade relations between Ghana and Burkina Faso. By committing to improvements in operational efficiency and encouraging collaboration within the Alliance of Sahel States, both nations are poised to enhance economic opportunities and elevate living standards for their citizens.

Original Source: thebftonline.com

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