Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to restructuring Ghana’s economy through the implementation of the New Economy Programme, describing it as a transformative four-year initiative designed to drive sustainable growth and economic renewal.
Speaking during a meeting with the National House of Chiefs, Dr. Forson explained that the programme seeks to fundamentally alter the structure of the Ghanaian economy by promoting productivity, industrialisation and broad-based economic development.
According to the Finance Minister, the New Economy Programme represents a strategic intervention by the government to address longstanding structural challenges while creating opportunities for jobs, investment and wealth creation.
Addressing the traditional leaders, Dr. Forson stressed the importance of collaboration between government and key national stakeholders in ensuring the successful implementation of the initiative.
He noted that chiefs and traditional authorities have a vital role to play in supporting policies and programmes aimed at accelerating local economic development and improving livelihoods in communities across the country.
“The New Economy is the Government of Ghana’s four-year programme to transform the structure of the Ghanaian economy,” Dr. Forson stated, outlining the administration’s vision for achieving sustainable economic progress.
The engagement with the National House of Chiefs formed part of ongoing consultations by the government to build consensus around the programme and secure stakeholder support for its implementation.
The New Economy Programme is expected to serve as a cornerstone of the government’s economic agenda, focusing on measures intended to strengthen economic resilience, stimulate investment and position Ghana for long-term prosperity.