Virginia Palmer
The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, has indicated the need for Ghana and the United States to engage over tariffs and explore other ways to maintain the lowest tariffs given the relationship between the two countries.
Interacting with some journalists after meeting the Ministry of Trade and other stakeholders, yesterday in Accra , she said though she appreciated the concerns about the 10% tariff was brought to her attention, she believes, it will be beneficial to Ghana and her competitors.
She said, “I had a great meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs. We talked about how the relationship with Ghana is very strong and how we can keep it that way. We also discussed the details of these global tariffs and explored areas where the United States and Ghana can improve trade relations and maintain the lowest possible tariff regime.”
The announcement of 10% tariff imposed on commodities exported from Ghana and some other countries last week by the President of the United States, Donald Trump sparked discussion in many sectors including the private and public sectors of its potential impacts to businesses.
By Ebenezer K.Amponsah