Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present a comprehensive economic policy package to Parliament tonight at 6:00 p.m., combining the government’s budget proposals with President John Dramani Mahama’s ambitious US$10 billion New Economy initiative.
The two-in-one economic policy presentation is expected to outline the government’s strategy for accelerating economic growth, attracting investment, creating employment opportunities and transforming critical sectors of Ghana’s economy.
Information gathered by Class News indicates that the US$10 billion New Economy programme will be a major highlight of the presentation as the government prepares to implement its development and job creation agenda.
President Mahama recently announced the initiative as part of his administration’s broader strategy to mobilise substantial investments into productive sectors, stimulate private sector growth and generate sustainable employment opportunities for Ghanaians.
The New Economy initiative is expected to focus on transforming key areas of the economy through strategic investments, industrial development and improved business opportunities.
Dr Ato Forson’s presentation will therefore provide further insight into how the government intends to finance its priority programmes, strengthen economic activities and position Ghana for sustainable economic growth.
The announcement is expected to attract considerable attention from businesses, investors, financial institutions and the general public as Parliament considers the government’s economic direction and development priorities.
Source: newsthemegh.com