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U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, has reiterated the enduring strength of U.S.-Ghana relations despite current discussions surrounding a newly introduced 10% U.S. tariff on Ghanaian exports.
Her comments came after a closed-door meeting with Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. The high-level meeting, which lasted over an hour, centered on the implications of the tariff and its potential impact on trade relations between the two nations.
Addressing the media after the meeting, Ambassador Palmer emphasized the solid foundation of the bilateral relationship and the mutual desire to maintain it.
“I had a great conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and we talked about how the relationship with Ghana is very strong, and how we can keep it going that way. The sort of detail of what the tariffs are and some things the United States and Ghana can do to improve the relationship,” she said.
While acknowledging the concerns raised by Ghana regarding the tariffs, Ambassador Palmer assured that both countries remain engaged in constructive dialogue and are committed to strengthening cooperation.
In response to a question on whether Ghana could potentially benefit from the new tariff regime, she expressed cautious optimism: “I hope Ghana will get some benefits vis-à-vis its competitors.”
The meeting reflects ongoing efforts by both governments to manage trade-related challenges while preserving the long-standing partnership between the United States and Ghana.
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