The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) and the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) have signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen trade and investment relations between Ghana and Japan.

The agreement, concluded on the sidelines of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9), is expected to unlock new opportunities for businesses in both countries while deepening bilateral economic cooperation.

Under the MoU, GIPC and JETRO will appoint liaison officers to streamline communication, support cross-border partnerships, and co-develop sector-specific reports highlighting investment prospects.

These reports will be published on the organisation’s official platforms to attract potential investors.

The partnership also outlines plans for regular investment consultation meetings, trade missions, business seminars, and exchange programmes, creating avenues for Ghanaian and Japanese firms to connect and collaborate.

As part of the arrangement, GIPC will facilitate access to Ghana’s market by linking Japanese companies with local businesses and providing updated investment intelligence.

Conversely, JETRO will assist Ghanaian enterprises in entering the Japanese market, offering guidance and connecting them to strategic partners.

Speaking at the signing, GIPC CEO, Simon Madjie, hailed the pact as a milestone in Ghana’s investment drive.

“This MoU underscores Ghana’s commitment to global investment integration.

We are excited about the opportunities it will create for Ghanaian businesses to tap into Japan’s dynamic economy,” he said.

Mr. Tsubasa Nakagawa, JETRO’s Director-General in Ghana, reaffirmed Japan’s interest in Africa, describing Ghana as a strategic partner.

“Ghana presents a vibrant and promising market.

Through this MoU, we aim to build bridges that foster sustainable growth and innovation,” he stated.

The collaboration is expected to bolster Ghana-Japan relations ahead of several upcoming economic and cultural milestones, further positioning Ghana as a key destination for Japanese investment in Africa.