The government is expressing confidence in the possibility of securing a deal with the United States to scrap recently applied tariffs affecting some of the country’s major exports.
This follows an announcement by the Trump Administration on April 2, introducing a 90-day freeze on extra tariffs—beyond the regular 10%—on goods imported from several nations, excluding China.
The policy shift has created an opening for fresh trade discussions and diplomatic outreach.
At a business forum, the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare, shared her cautious optimism about the decision, pointing to the potential it holds for Ghana to push for improved trade advantages.
“This 90-day reprieve from the reciprocal tariff arrangement provides us with the opportunity to renegotiate terms for a potential reduction and in my heart zero percent,” she said.
She also emphasized that the temporary suspension gives Ghana a chance to examine the wider economic effects and develop responses to cushion any immediate challenges.
“The 90-day pause also provides us with the opportunity to assess the full impact of the tariff and adopt ways to mitigate the immediate impact,” she added.
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