In a firm move, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has invited U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer for a face-to-face on Monday, April 7.
This comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump slapped a 10% tariff on Ghanaian exports—a move that has sent shockwaves through key sectors like cocoa and textiles.
Ablakwa isn’t mincing words. In a Facebook post, he confirmed he wants direct answers and clarity on how this decision came about—and what it means for Ghana’s future in U.S. trade.
Ghanaian exporters are already raising red flags, warning that this could hit our competitiveness hard in the international market.
Ambassador Palmer, who has previously spoken about the strong bond between Ghana and the U.S., is expected to provide explanations on this unexpected blow.
