IBAG Pledges To Support Ghana’s Economic Dev’t

The Italian Business Association of Ghana (IBAG) has been launched with a commitment to champion Ghana's economic development.

According to IBAG's Vice President, Nii Amaa Ollennu, the association will aim at creating the platform for cultural, economic and trading opportunities between Italy and Ghana. Mr. Ollennu made these assertions during the official launch of the Italian Business Association held last night at the La Villa Boutique Hotel Osu, Accra.

He said Italian companies in Ghana are adding great value to the socio-economic growth of the country, and that the association will network with all sectors of the country to help boost the economy of Ghana.

“The  association is open to companies and individuals without nationality restrictions will herald business oriented programmes such as organizing focus interviews, events, workshops and seminars on specific sectors of the economy by bringing experts to the table, and facilitate business-oriented capacity building programs for members to enable them advance in their various business endeavours” he stressed.

“We are also focused on Advisory services for Ghanaian companies with business interest in Italy as well as Italian companies that are planning to invest in Ghana by sharing local knowledge of the territory acquired over the years to help new investors understand the Ghanaian/Italian market.; Creating cultural exchanges between Italy and Ghana; Undertaking various projects/activities as part of IBAG's social responsibilities”.

On her part, the Ambassador to Ghana H.E. Mrs. Laura Carpini, congratulated the association for the commitment to bringing together all business associates in Ghana under a common umbrella targeted at strengthening business tides of both countries. She assured that her office will continue to collaborate with IBAG in their quest to bridging a common business vision of both countries.

By Mohammed Awal