Turkey’s Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Huseyin Gungor, has reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties with Ghana, particularly in the energy and sustainability sectors.

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During a courtesy call on the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, the Ambassador highlighted the longstanding cooperation between Turkey and Ghana, emphasizing the need for deeper collaboration in tackling global challenges like climate change and energy security.

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“Turkey, as a development partner, is committed to enhancing this relationship through the efforts of institutions such as TIKA, which continues to carry out impactful projects, as well as through the active presence of Turkish NGOs on the ground,” he remarked.

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Touching on trade and investment, the Ambassador revealed that bilateral trade between the two nations currently stands at approximately $700 million. He noted that Turkey was the second-largest investor in Ghana in 2023, with major companies such as Yilport, Cimpor, and Karpowership actively contributing to the local economy.

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To further boost economic cooperation, he advocated for the establishment of double taxation agreements, investment promotion frameworks, and the creation of a joint economic cooperation council to facilitate trade and SME collaboration.

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Minister John Abdulai Jinapor, in response, expressed appreciation for Turkey’s continued support in Ghana’s energy sector and underscored the importance of international partnerships in achieving a successful energy transition.

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“As we navigate the challenges of energy transition, collaboration on innovative technologies and policies is essential to reducing losses in the distribution sector. We will learn from Turkey and focus on renewable energy to address both energy needs and environmental concerns more effectively,” the Minister stated.

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Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing dialogue and cooperation, recognizing the opportunity to leverage each country’s expertise in addressing energy transition challenges.

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The meeting marks another step in strengthening Ghana-Turkey relations, reinforcing a shared vision for a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.

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