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Ibrahim Mahama Encourages Chinese Businesses to Showcase Their Superior Quality
Mr. Ibrahim Mahama encouraged Chinese companies to showcase high-quality products in Ghana and improve their reputation. Both parties aim to promote responsible mining, innovation, and community development.
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Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, CEO of Engineers and Planners Company Ltd, urged Chinese companies in Ghana to promote their superior product quality and operational standards. He addressed common misconceptions about Chinese goods and stressed the importance of improving safety standards and environmental practices. Mahama called for increased knowledge transfer and innovation to enhance Ghana’s production of high-quality goods.
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Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Mr. Tong Defa, emphasized sustainable development in Ghana’s mining sector, urging Chinese businesses to protect the environment, comply with local laws, and foster bilateral cooperation. He advocated for job creation and increasing the added value of minerals to positively impact the local economy and enhance the image of Chinese enterprises.
- ACGM Chairman, Mr. Tang ZhenJiang, highlighted the Association’s dedication to responsible mining, innovation, and community development. He announced initiatives to combat illegal mining, support job creation, and collaborate with government ministries. The Association aims to unify industry practices, fulfill social responsibilities, and empower communities, marking a new chapter in China-Ghana collaboration.
In a recent address delivered on his behalf in Accra, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, CEO of Engineers and Planners Company Ltd, addressed an audience at the inauguration of the Association of China-Ghana Mining (ACGM) and the China-Ghana Mining LBG Community Development Fund. He called upon Chinese companies to emphasize the superior quality of their products and operations while challenging the prevalent stereotype of Chinese goods being inferior and associated with poor safety and environmental standards. Drawing from his personal experiences with Chinese companies, Mr. Mahama asserted that these perceptions do not universally apply and urged Chinese firms in Ghana to uphold high safety and regulatory standards, using Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd as a positive example.
Furthermore, Mr. Mahama encouraged the Association to embark on an educational initiative aimed at enhancing Ghanaian recognition of the significant contributions made by Chinese enterprises to the nation’s developmental objectives. He advocated for a deeper transfer of technology, knowledge, and innovation by Chinese companies to align with Ghana’s vision of producing high-quality finished goods for the global market. Emphasizing collaboration and respect for Ghana’s localization principles, he expressed confidence that such efforts would yield mutual benefits for both Ghana and the Chinese businesses operating within its borders.
At the same event, Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Mr. Tong Defa, underscored the importance of sustainable practices by urging Chinese companies to prioritize ecological conservation while conducting operations in Ghana’s mining sector. He called for strict adherence to Ghanaian laws and regulations to foster a positive image of Chinese enterprises and to enhance bilateral cooperation by creating local employment opportunities and adding value to mineral production.
Mr. Tang ZhenJiang, Chairman of ACGM, committed the Association to promoting responsible mining practices, technological innovation, and community-driven development. He highlighted plans to collaborate with Ghana’s Ministries of Lands and Natural Resources and Youth Development to engage the youth, contributing to the government’s anti-illegal mining efforts through the newly established China-Ghana Mining Community Development Fund. This initiative also aims to stimulate job creation and reflect the Association’s commitment to addressing social responsibilities and empowering local communities. Among the Executive members of the Association’s leadership are Mr. Kevin Chen, Mr. Kevin Wu, Mr. Libin Xu, and Mr. Qingming Tang, representing various key companies in Ghana’s mining sector.
