Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Finance Minister-Designate, has unveiled his three primary priorities aimed at transforming the nation’s economy and improving the livelihoods of citizens. In a post at his official Facebook page, he expressed his unwavering commitment to implementing these priorities as Finance Minister.
The first priority outlined by Hon. Ato Forson is ensuring a stable cedi. He emphasized that stabilizing the national currency is crucial for economic growth and investor confidence. According to him, a strong and stable cedi will reduce the cost of imports, ease inflationary pressures, and provide a solid foundation for medium and long-term economic planning.
Secondly, he highlighted the importance of achieving lower prices for goods and services. Hon. Ato Forson acknowledged the significant challenges Ghanaians face due to rising prices and pledged to address the underlying causes of inflation. He stressed that, tackling these issues, will ensure affordability and financial relief for households and businesses alike.
The third priority is job creation, a critical area for reducing unemployment and improving living standards. Hon. Ato Forson stated that his policies would focus on creating sustainable jobs, particularly for the youth, by supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), attracting investments, and fostering an enabling environment for entrepreneurship.
Hon. Forson appealed to Ghanaians for their support and collaboration in realizing these goals. He noted that the success of his priorities would depend not only on sound policies but also on collective efforts by all stakeholders, including citizens, the private sector, and development partners.
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