Ghana and Poland are seeking to deepen bilateral trade and investment relations, with both countries identifying agribusiness, manufacturing, renewable energy, digital technology and infrastructure development as key areas for enhanced cooperation.
The discussions took place on Friday, October 30, 2026, when the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland, H.E. Wojciech Zajączkowski, paid a courtesy call on the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry in Accra.
The Polish delegation was received by the Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Sampson Ahi, on behalf of the Sector Minister, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare.
Welcoming the delegation, Hon. Ahi described the visit as a significant opportunity to strengthen economic ties between Ghana and Poland and build on the growing trade relationship between the two countries.
He disclosed that Poland’s imports from Ghana reached approximately US$160 million in 2025, representing an increase of more than 64 per cent over the previous year. He added that Ghana’s exports to Poland exceeded US$113 million, driven largely by cocoa and cocoa preparations as well as rubber products.
According to the Deputy Minister, the trade figures demonstrate the vast potential for increased collaboration and investment between the two countries.
He identified agribusiness and value addition, manufacturing, renewable energy, digital innovation and infrastructure development as strategic sectors capable of delivering mutually beneficial outcomes for both nations.
Hon. Ahi also highlighted Ghana’s proposed railway corridor linking Accra to Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, describing the project as a major investment opportunity that could enhance regional trade and provide improved access to seaports for the landlocked West African country.
The Deputy Minister further appealed to the Polish Government to consider establishing consular services in Accra to ease visa application difficulties faced by Ghanaian businesspersons and travellers.
He noted that applicants currently have to access Polish consular services through Abuja, Nigeria, a situation that often creates challenges and additional costs for prospective travellers.
Responding to the request, H.E. Zajączkowski acknowledged the concerns and assured the Ghanaian side that Poland would examine measures to improve visa processing arrangements.
While stating that he could not make any immediate commitment regarding the establishment of a Polish consulate in Ghana, he indicated that his government would explore options, including the deployment of additional personnel from other diplomatic missions to support visa services.
The meeting underscored the growing interest of both countries in expanding economic cooperation and leveraging trade and investment opportunities for shared growth and development.
Officials from both sides expressed optimism that strengthened collaboration in priority sectors would further enhance the longstanding relations between Ghana and Poland while opening new avenues for business and economic partnership.