In a heartfelt message to Ghanaians, United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer, has conveyed her hopes for peace and prosperity in the coming year, as the current year draws to a close.

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In a video message containing her well wishes for the yuletide season, Ambassador Palmer expressed joy that Ghanaians and Americans were celebrating together in Ghana and the United States, with music, dance, and parties.

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She acknowledged that there is much to celebrate in the spirit of unity and shared festivities.

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“We’ve helped improve education, public health, access to clean water and support for farmers. We strengthen people-to-people ties with over 6,400 Ghanaians studying in all 50 of the United States, a record. We've worked to facilitate economic development that truly benefits all Ghanaians,” she said.

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In recent times, Ghana and the United States have strengthened their economic partnership, particularly in the context of the post-COVID recovery program.

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The United States Government, through its Embassy in Accra, has been actively supporting Ghana's recovery plan, including assisting with the International Monetary Fund's bailout recovery program. The collaboration extends to the cooperation between Ghana and the IMF for a $3 billion package to support the country's economic recovery efforts.

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Looking forward to 2024, Ambassador Palmer intimated that “Building on our $3.7 billion in two-way trade and in 2024, we’ll continue our partnership, our friendship, and our work for all Ghanaians.”

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She added “from my family to yours. Happy Holidays ! and best wishes for a 2024 filled with peace and prosperity. Afehyia Pa! Afi ooo Afi!

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